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Insects of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly
| Author: Steve Jones |
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| ISBN: 9780906720745 |
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The varied landscapes of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly are home to many diverse wildlife habitats. From coastal fringes to moorland peaks; from rivers and streams to woodlands and heaths; from farm land to mining landscapes of the past, even our own domestic gardens – all of these habitats support a fascinating array of insects. This book will allow everyone who enjoys exploring the countryside to identify the most commonly encountered species of insects in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, including butterflies and moths; dragonflies and damselflies; grasshoppers and crickets; beetles; bumblebees; wasps, flies and bugs. It also provides a guide to some of the best sites for seeing these striking creatures.
Steve Jones is a Cornishman from Redruth. He has been fascinated by insects, particularly dragonflies, since childhood. In 1983 he became one of the first members of the fledgling British Dragonfly Society, and for over 20 years has been the county recorder for dragonflies. His illustrations and photographs have appeared in many magazines, including British Wildlife, Cornwall Today and Studies on Iberian Dragonflies, as well as a number of specialist journals and county dragonfly guides. He is an accomplished photographer in this specialist field, and an active member of the Cornwall Wildlife Trust Photographic Group. More information about Steve and his work can be seen on his website, at: www.cornishnature.co.uk
Insects of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly is published in our Pocket Cornwall series.
1st edition
Paperback
104 pages
146 colour photographs
150 x 153 mm
06.07.10
Introduction
Insect-watching in the Field
About This Book
Dragonflies and Damselflies
Grasshoppers, Crickets and Relatives
True Bugs
Butterflies
Moths
True Flies
Bees, Wasps, Ants and Relatives
Beetles
Aquatic Insects
Site Gazetteer
Glossary
Index of Insects
Further Reading
Organizations and Websites
‘Engagingly written, his infectious enthusiasm jumps from the pages.
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‘Whether you use this book for reference, to thumb through from time to time, or to read straight through, it will transform your view of these diverse creatures.’ (Western Morning News, 06.07.10. You can read the full review here.)
‘Little gem from the Pocket Cornwall stable’ (Tavistock Times Gazette, 15.07.10)
‘well-illustrated field guide to the most commonly encounterd insect species in Cornwall and Scilly, which includes a gazetteer to some of the best sites for seeing these striking creatures.’ (The Countryman, August 2010) |
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£5.35
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