An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles is an authoritative reference in a breathtakingly beautiful volume, one that will leave every reader with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and--yes--fondness for these amazing creatures and their place in nature. In terms of numbers, beetles are the most successful creatures on earth: about 350,000 species of beetles have been described since 1758. They range from tiny to gigantic, occupy sundry habitats, and eat everything--plants, animals, and their own remains. An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles provides an engaging look at these magnificent yet poorly understood creatures and highlights the absolutely essential role they play in the dynamics of nearly every terrestrial ecosystem on Earth. And, as this book beautifully demonstrates, the aesthetics of beetle design are amazing. The fantastic colors and shapes of these creatures warrant the gorgeous color photography lavished on them in this book.

An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles

Science & Math

Evans, Arthur V.

Bellamy, Charles L.

Biological Sciences

University of California Press

A Choice Outstanding Academic Book, 1997 A Library Journal Best Reference Book of 1996.

An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles (Henry Holt Reference Book)

Henry Holt and Co.

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