MothsAnother volume in the New Naturalist series, this book is a comprehensive account of the diverse natural history of these fascinating and popular insects. Michael Majerus, author of the New Naturalist book Ladybirds, examines all aspects of moths, from their life histories to their role as pests to humans. He covers their reproduction, feeding, evolution, habitats and conservation. The book also discusses the enemies of moths, and the ways they have evolved to avoid detection, including camouflage, warning colouration, and mimicry. |
Contents
Editors Preface | 6 |
Life History and Anatomy | 32 |
Moths and Evolution | 58 |
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