Книга: Arthur V. Evans, Charles L. Bellamy «An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles»
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Производитель: "University of California Press, Ltd." We live in the Age of Beetles. Using sheer numbers as a criterion for success, beetles are the most successful animals on Earth. If single examples of every plant and animal species were placed in a row, every fifth species would be a beetle and every tenth species a weevil (one type of beetle). No other group of animals exhibits such a range of size, color, and shape. Their peculiar forms and activities have captured the attention of humans for thousands of years and have given rise to myths and legends. `An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles` provides an engaging look at these magnificent, yet poorly understood, creatures and highlights the absolutely essential role that beetles play in the dynamics of nearly every terrestrial ecosystem on Earth. `An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles` contains specific information about the anatomy, development, and life cycles of beetles around the world; chronicles their 250-million-year evolution; and traces human fascination with beetles... ISBN:9780520223233. 9780520223233 Издательство: "University of California Press, Ltd." (2000)
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| Evans Arthur V. | An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles | 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… — California, - Подробнее... | 2000 | 1697 | бумажная книга |
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