(Hardback, 2nd Revised edition)

Spiders colonised the Earth long before Gondwanaland began to drift into separate continents. New Zealand spiders have links with spiders world-wide. This book is the guide to these remarkable creatures. It explores the anatomy, physiology, behaviour and ecology of both native and introduced spiders. It is aimed at scientist and layperson.

(Hardback)

From one of America's leading entomologists comes a buzz-worthy exploration of the many ways insects have affected human society, history, and culture

(Paperback)

An ecologist and biology professor explores the hidden rules of nature using his moth trap in this fascinating and enchanting book for fans of ENTANGLED LIFE

(Paperback)

With more than 100 different families and 40,000 individual species, spiders are among the successful creatures on Earth. This title reveals the intriguing behaviors of these complex creatures, from their extraordinary web-spinning skills and hunting strategies to their courtship displays and devoted care for their young.

(Hardback)

Introduces ants, describing their life cycle, complex behavior, adaptations, life in colonies, communication skills, and problem-solving abilites, with close-up photography of over thirty species.

(Paperback)

This guidebook to raising butterflies and creating a butterfly habitat features instructions of do-it-yourself projects, easy-to-follow charts, and color photos of 40 favorite North American butterflies. Illustrations.

(Paperback)

Did you know a honeybee visits about 50 to 100 flowers during each nectar-collection trip You'll discover loads of interesting facts about 35 common pollinating insects - from ladybugs, moths, and beetles to bees, wasps, flies, and butterflies - including appearance, history and breeding, and details of how to attract them to your garden.

(Hardback)

Lavishly illustrated with breathtaking macrophotography, this stunning insight into the insect kingdom reveals the critical role these true rulers of our world play in our survival. Topics covered include the jobs invertebrates (insects) perform that enable life on earth to exist, as well as how they have evolved to suit their environment.

(Hardback)

How do bees communicate What does a beekeeper do Did you know that Napoleon loved bees Who survived being stung by 2,443 bees This book answers all these questions and many more, tracking the history of bees from the time of the dinosaurs to their current plight.

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

We can see them fly gracefully from flower to flower with their multi-coloured wings: they are butterflies, the most admired and collected of insects; like bees, they are vital for plant pollination, which is why we have recently started protecting them as their numbers are significantly dwindling.

(Paperback)

This practical, inspiring guide shows how individuals can help support the endangered North American monarch butterfly, with information on creating monarch-friendly landscapes using plants that feed and sustain the butterfly through the different stages of its life.

(Paperback)

The author has always been obsessed with wildlife, from his childhood menagerie of exotic pets and dabbling in experimental taxidermy to his groundbreaking research into the mysterious ways of the bumblebee and his mission to protect our rarest bees. This book tells the story of his passionate drive.

(Hardback)

A clear introduction for the novice naturalist to all things ant.

(Paperback)

A complete action plan to protect bees, wasps, butterflies, moths, flies, and some beetles by providing flowering habitat and nesting sites.

(Paperback)

(Hardback)

A truly excellent account British Wildlife

Beetles are arguably the most diverse organisms in the world, with nearly half a million beetle species described and catalogued in our museums, more than any other type of living thing.

(Paperback)

A truly excellent account British Wildlife

Beetles are arguably the most diverse organisms in the world, with nearly half a million beetle species described and catalogued in our museums, more than any other type of living thing.

(Paperback)

A comprehensive and fully illustrated guide, this book is the definitive photographic reference guide for anyone interested in butterflies and moths found in Britain and Ireland.

(Paperback)

A photographic field guide to 1,500 species of insects found in Britain and Ireland

(Hardback)

Discussing the fascinating habits of the bug world, this title includes the eccentric behaviour of the bug obsessives themselves. It is suitable for naturalists and those who cares about the crawling, buzzing swarms at our feet.

(Hardback)

Readers are invited to enter the world of butterflies and moths, where they'll learn about their life cycle, appearance, habitats and oth interesting facts such as how to plant their own butterfly garden.

(Paperback, New edition)

The ideal portable companion, the world-renowned Collins Gem series returns with a fresh new look and updated material.

(Hardback)