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100 Butterflies and Moths

Author : Jeffrey C. Miller
Publisher : Harvard University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780674023345
Total Pages : 284 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (233 download)

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Download or read book 100 Butterflies and Moths written by Jeffrey C. Miller and published by Harvard University Press. This book was released on 2007 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Walking a forest trail in Costa Rica, a visitor might be struck by the sight of an iridescent blue morpho butterfly fluttering ahead in the filtered daylight, or an enormous silk moth, as magnificently patterned and subtly colored as a Persian carpet, only emerging to fly at night. Elsewhere, vivid yellow and orange sulphur butterflies flock to puddles to sip the concentrated minerals. Such is the dazzling variety of the butterflies and moths unique to this region. Gathered by biologists Daniel Janzen and Winifred Hallwachs in the forests of northwestern Costa Rica, 100 tropical butterflies and moths represent the diversity in large-format photographs by Jeffrey Miller that document the dizzying variety of shapes, colors, and markings. The photographs are accompanied by species accounts and images of the corresponding caterpillar. The authors recount these insects' feats of mimicry and migration, lift the veil on their courtship, and show how the new technology of DNA barcoding is changing the picture of Lepidopteran biodiversity. The authors also tell the success story of Area de Conservacion Guanacaste, where the long-term work of Janzen and Hallwachs, a team of caterpillar collectors, and the participation of neighboring farming communities has deepened understanding of Costa Rica's Lepidoptera and has brought about advances in restoration ecology of tropical habitats, biodiversity prospecting, biotechnology, and ecotourism development.

Butterflies, Moths, and Other Invertebrates of Costa Rica

Author : Carrol L. Henderson
Publisher : University of Texas Press
ISBN 13 : 0292779437
Total Pages : 187 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (927 download)

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Book Synopsis Butterflies, Moths, and Other Invertebrates of Costa Rica by : Carrol L. Henderson

Download or read book Butterflies, Moths, and Other Invertebrates of Costa Rica written by Carrol L. Henderson and published by University of Texas Press. This book was released on 2010-08-25 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the biological crossroads of the Americas, Costa Rica hosts an astonishing array of plants and animals—over half a million species! Ecotourists, birders, and biologists come from around the world, drawn by the likelihood of seeing more than three or four hundred species of birds and other animals during even a short stay. To help all these visitors, as well as local residents, identify and enjoy the wildlife of Costa Rica, Carrol Henderson published Field Guide to the Wildlife of Costa Rica in 2002, and it instantly became the indispensable guide. Now Henderson has created a dedicated field guide to more than one hundred tropical butterflies, moths, and other invertebrates that travelers are most likely to see while exploring the wild lands of Costa Rica. He includes fascinating information on their natural history, ecology, identification, and behavior gleaned from his forty years of travels and wildlife viewing, as well as details on where to see these remarkable and beautiful creatures. The butterflies, moths, and other invertebrates are illustrated by over 180 stunning and colorful photographs—most of which were taken in the wild by Henderson. A detailed and invaluable appendix that identifies many of Costa Rica's best wildlife-watching destinations, lodges, and contact information for trip-planning purposes completes the volume.

Butterfiles and moths of Costa Rica (order Lepidoptera)

Author : Isidro Chacón
Publisher : Editorial INBio
ISBN 13 : 9968927236
Total Pages : 12 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (689 download)

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Book Synopsis Butterfiles and moths of Costa Rica (order Lepidoptera) by : Isidro Chacón

Download or read book Butterfiles and moths of Costa Rica (order Lepidoptera) written by Isidro Chacón and published by Editorial INBio. This book was released on 2007 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

100 Caterpillars

Author : Jeffrey C. Miller
Publisher : La Editorial, UPR
ISBN 13 : 9780674021907
Total Pages : 290 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (219 download)

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Book Synopsis 100 Caterpillars by : Jeffrey C. Miller

Download or read book 100 Caterpillars written by Jeffrey C. Miller and published by La Editorial, UPR. This book was released on 2006 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every bright monarch butterfly or striking luna moth started out in a far subtler form of nature's mosaic, a humble caterpillar. It is this early stage of life--crafted by natural selection into machines for converting a vast array of plant matter, mostly leaves, into the beautiful adults that have captivated humans for millennia--that this book brings to dazzling light. Unobtrusive as they go about their business, these caterpillars are rarely seen by humans--and are virtually never seen from the perspective presented in this sumptuous volume: photographed in extreme close-ups at a resolution that captures in sharp detail the exquisite colors and features eluding the casual observer. Gathered by biologists Daniel Janzen, Winifred Hallwachs, and Jeffrey Miller in the tropical dry forests, cloud forests, and rain forests of northwestern Costa Rica, over 100 large-format photographs of caterpillars document the dizzying variety of shapes, vivid colors, and cryptic markings among these species. The pictures are accompanied by capsule species accounts--revealing life histories as diverse as their forms--and magnificent images of the adult butterfly or moth. Throughout, the authors convey an intimate sense of these creatures--studied over twenty-five years--by focusing on how their features figure in their behavior and ecology, and on the beauty of nature in this life stage, as well as the nature of that beauty. The story of the caterpillars is also the success story of Area de Conservacion Guanacaste--where the long-term work of Janzen and Hallwachs, and a team of gusaneros (caterpillar collectors and rearers), along with the participation of neighboring farming communities, has deepened understanding of Costa Rica's Lepidoptera and has brought about advances in restoration ecology of tropical habitats, biodiversity prospecting, biological control of pests, biotechnology, residents' bioliteracy, and ecotourism development.

The Butterflies of Costa Rica and Their Natural History

Author : Philip J. DeVries
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780691028897
Total Pages : 406 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (288 download)

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Book Synopsis The Butterflies of Costa Rica and Their Natural History by : Philip J. DeVries

Download or read book The Butterflies of Costa Rica and Their Natural History written by Philip J. DeVries and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 1987 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volume II of biologist Philip J. DeVries's study of the butterflies of Costa Rica and their natural history provides the first detailed treatment of over 250 species of Costa Rican butterflies in the family Riodinidae. This work is a sequel to Volume I which focused on butterflies of the Papilionidae, Pieridae, and Nymphalidae groups. color plates; 80 halftones; 13 line illus. 3 maps and 13 tables.

Moths of Costa Rica's Rainforest

Author : Armin Dett
Publisher : Benteli
ISBN 13 : 9783716518403
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (184 download)

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Download or read book Moths of Costa Rica's Rainforest written by Armin Dett and published by Benteli. This book was released on 2017-10-26 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first large format, lavishly illustrated book to be dedicated to these animals, hidden during daylight hours but brought to light here through detailed photographs.

A Swift Guide to Butterflies of Mexico and Central America

Author : Jeffrey Glassberg
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 1400889863
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (8 download)

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Book Synopsis A Swift Guide to Butterflies of Mexico and Central America by : Jeffrey Glassberg

Download or read book A Swift Guide to Butterflies of Mexico and Central America written by Jeffrey Glassberg and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2018-01-30 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A groundbreaking photographic field guide to almost all of Mexico's butterfly species and many of Central America's This is a revised second edition of a groundbreaking photographic field guide to the butterflies of Mexico and Central America. Written by Jeffrey Glassberg, the pioneering authority on the field identification of butterflies, the guide covers more than 2,000 species and features over 3,700 large, gorgeous color photographs, the very best images available, accompanied by authoritative facing-page text. This second edition includes more species, more than 1,500 new photos, and updated text, maps, and species names. And range maps, field marks, and host plants are included for all Mexican butterflies. The result is an ideal field guide that will enable you to identify almost every butterfly you see. A revised second edition of a groundbreaking guide, featuring more species, more than 1,500 new photos, and updated text, maps, and species names The first complete guide to Mexican butterflies Covers almost all of Mexico's more than 1,700 species, plus many Central American species, including more than two-thirds of those in Costa Rica Written by the pioneering authority on the field identification of butterflies Beautifully illustrated with more than 3800 color photographs that show almost all known Mexican species and about 90% of Costa Rican and Panamanian species Range maps, field marks, and host plants for all Mexican species Authoritative facing-page text An invaluable tool for field identification

Caterpillars of Eastern North America

Author : David Wagner
Publisher : Princeton University Press
ISBN 13 : 1400834147
Total Pages : 513 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (8 download)

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Download or read book Caterpillars of Eastern North America written by David Wagner and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2010-04-25 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This lavishly illustrated guide will enable you to identify the caterpillars of nearly 700 butterflies and moths found east of the Mississippi. The more than 1,200 color photographs and two dozen line drawings include numerous exceptionally striking images. The giant silk moths, tiger moths, and many other species covered include forest pests, common garden guests, economically important species, and of course, the Mescal Worm and Mexican Jumping Bean caterpillars. Full-page species accounts cover almost 400 species, with up to six images per species including an image of the adult plus succinct text with information on distribution, seasonal activity, foodplants, and life history. These accounts are generously complemented with additional images of earlier instars, closely related species, noteworthy behaviors, and other intriguing aspects of caterpillar biology. Many caterpillars are illustrated here for the first time. Dozens of new foodplant records are presented and erroneous records are corrected. The book provides considerable information on the distribution, biology, and taxonomy of caterpillars beyond that available in other popular works on Eastern butterflies and moths. The introductory chapter covers caterpillar structure, life cycles, rearing, natural enemies, photography, and conservation. The section titled "Caterpillar Projects" will be of special interest to educators. Given the dearth of accessible guides on the identification and natural history of caterpillars, Caterpillars of Eastern North America is a must for entomologists and museum curators, forest managers, conservation biologists and others who seek a compact, easy-to-use guide to the caterpillars of this vast region. A compact guide to nearly 700 caterpillars east of the Mississippi, from forest pests to garden guests and economically important species 1,200 color photos and 24 line drawings enable easy identification Full-page species accounts with image of adult insect for almost 400 species, plus succinct text on distribution and other vital information Many caterpillars illustrated here for the first time Current information on distribution, biology, and taxonomy not found in other popular works A section geared toward educators, "Caterpillar Projects" An indispensable resource for all who seek an easy-to-use guide to the caterpillars of this vast region

Mariposas del Ecuador

Author : Miguel Moreno Espinosa
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 172 pages
Book Rating : 4.A/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Mariposas del Ecuador written by Miguel Moreno Espinosa and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

600 Butterflies and Moths in Full Color

Author : W. F. Kirby
Publisher : Courier Corporation
ISBN 13 : 0486461394
Total Pages : 82 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (864 download)

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Book Synopsis 600 Butterflies and Moths in Full Color by : W. F. Kirby

Download or read book 600 Butterflies and Moths in Full Color written by W. F. Kirby and published by Courier Corporation. This book was released on 2007-11-16 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The exquisite hues and shapes of butterflies — and their glorious spectrum of intricate markings — are rendered with incredible precision on 61 full-color plates. Imaginations will take flight with butterflies and moths of every family, along with details of pupa, eyes, antennae, and the winged insects' favorite plant life.

Pocket Guide to the Insects of Costa Rica

Author : Paul E. Hanson
Publisher : Antlion Media, A Zona Tropical Publication; Comstock Publishing Associates
ISBN 13 : 9781501760976
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (69 download)

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Book Synopsis Pocket Guide to the Insects of Costa Rica by : Paul E. Hanson

Download or read book Pocket Guide to the Insects of Costa Rica written by Paul E. Hanson and published by Antlion Media, A Zona Tropical Publication; Comstock Publishing Associates. This book was released on 2021 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This illustrated guide provides up-to-date accounts of the natural histories of over a hundred insect species found in Costa Rica, and of a few insect relatives such as spiders and crabs. Included are species that commonly seen, are ecologically important, and have a distinctive biology"--

The Butterflies of Costa Rica and Their Natural History

Author : Philip J. DeVries
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780691028897
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (288 download)

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Book Synopsis The Butterflies of Costa Rica and Their Natural History by : Philip J. DeVries

Download or read book The Butterflies of Costa Rica and Their Natural History written by Philip J. DeVries and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Hidden Kingdom

Author : Piotr Naskrecki
Publisher : Comstock Publishing Associates
ISBN 13 : 9781501704710
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (47 download)

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Download or read book Hidden Kingdom written by Piotr Naskrecki and published by Comstock Publishing Associates. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This book presents facts about Costa Rica's insects and their evolutionary history. The photographs serve as a tool to help identify the insects a visitor to Costa Rica is likely to encounter and show the morphological adaptations, survival strategies, and interlocking roles insects play in tropical ecosystems"--

Hummingbirds of Costa Rica

Author :
Publisher : Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books
ISBN 13 : 9781554071630
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (716 download)

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Download or read book Hummingbirds of Costa Rica written by and published by Richmond Hill, Ont. : Firefly Books. This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vibrant photos and fascinating text bring Costa Rica's hummingbirds to life. Hummingbirds of Costa Rica features 44 of the 45 species of hummers that inhabit Costa Rica. (The Plain-capped starthroat, the missing species, lives only in the highest treetops. The authors have never encountered one at a height low enough to photograph.) Each bird is depicted in its natural habitat and with the flower with which it naturally associates. Hundreds of detailed close-ups show each bird's unique features and allow the reader to fully appreciate these stunning marvels of nature. Featuring the work of internationally acclaimed nature photographers Michael and Patricia Fogden, this richly illustrated guide covers: Biology Predators The relationship between hummingbirds and flowers Feeding strategies A year in a hummingbird's life Hummingbird site guide. More than 90 plant species -- belonging to 34 families and over 60 genera -- are featured along with the hummers, so Hummingbirds of Costa Rica is also a useful guide to an astonishing diversity of Costa Rican flora. Beautifully detailed photographs bring the exquisite creatures to life, and scientifically accurate and accessible text provides a comprehensive reference to Costa Rica, its hummingbirds and their ecosystem.

The Complete Book of North American Butterflies

Author : Paul A. Opler
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781607102762
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (27 download)

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Download or read book The Complete Book of North American Butterflies written by Paul A. Opler and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate reference guide to all species of butterflies in North America. Get to know these delicately serene creatures inThe Complete Book of North American Butterflies, a fascinating book filled with stunning full-color photographs and interesting facts. * Includes an entire chapter devoted to the resilient migrating Monarch. With its vibrant orange and black markings, it is possibly the most recognizable of all butterflies. * Explores the phenomenon of mimicry, a survival mechanism butterflies use to trick predators into thinking they are inedible--or perhaps an entirely different organism all together! * Migration is essential to the survival of butterflies. Learn about migration patterns, how butterflies source food and distribution of different species throughout the U.S. * Includes information on average life cycles (anywhere from 4 days to nearly one year) and the largest of all U.S. species (the Giant Swallowtail--its wingspan can be four to six inches). * Comprehensive guide features some of the most easily recognized butterflies from coast to coast. * Filled with full-color photographs showing butterflies in extraordinary detail.

Butterflies of the Caribbean and Florida

Author : Peter Stiling
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 132 pages
Book Rating : 4.E/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Butterflies of the Caribbean and Florida written by Peter Stiling and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a guide to the most frequently encountered and most brightly coloured species of butterflies to be found in the Caribbean and Florida, from Trinidad with its South American species to Florida and its North American endemics. Material in the book includes the nature and life-cycle of the butterfly, and a consideration of the area and variety of habitats. Over 80 species are described and illustrated.

Insects and Other Arthropods of Tropical America

Author : Paul E. Hanson
Publisher : Cornell University Press
ISBN 13 : 150170429X
Total Pages : 384 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (17 download)

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Book Synopsis Insects and Other Arthropods of Tropical America by : Paul E. Hanson

Download or read book Insects and Other Arthropods of Tropical America written by Paul E. Hanson and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 2016-06-15 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Visitors to tropical forests generally come to see the birds, mammals, and plants. Aside from butterflies, however, insects usually do not make it on the list of things to see. This is a shame. Insects are everywhere, they are often as beautiful as the showiest of birds, and they have a fascinating natural history. With their beautifully illustrated guide to insects and other arthropods, Paul E. Hanson and Kenji Nishida put the focus on readily observable insects that one encounters while strolling through a tropical forest in the Americas. It is a general belief that insects in the tropics are larger and more colorful than insects in temperate regions, but this simply reflects a greater diversity of nearly all types of insects in the tropics. On a single rainforest tree, for example, you will find more species of ant than in all of England.Though written for those who have no prior knowledge of insects, this book should also prove useful to those who study them. In addition to descriptions of the principal insect families, the reader will find a wealth of biological information that serves as an introduction to the natural history of insects and related classes. Sidebars on insect behavior and ecological factors enhance the descriptive accounts. Kenji Nishida's stunning photographs—many of which show insects in action in their natural settings—add appeal to every page. A final chapter provides a glimpse into the intriguing world of spiders, scorpions, crabs, and other arthropods.