Dragonflies

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    Subject: zoology ecology entomology Series: naturalists-handbooks | 2nd Edition
    Tags:
    • damselfies
    • dragonflies
    • entomology
    • identification
    • insects
    • larvae
    • odonata
    • taxonomy

    Description

    Dragonflies are increasing in popularity because they are colourful and fascinating to watch in flight over water. Their conservation in the British countryside has become a matter of concern. This book provides an introduction for those who wish to learn more about them, and will enable readers to undertake investigations of their own. Dragonflies are bird watchers' insects because most of the species can be recognised in flight. It is fascinating to watch the behaviour involved in feeding, defending a territory, mating and laying eggs. The acquatic larvae capture and eat acquatic animals, and some have been shown to defend underwater territories.

    This book introduces the natural history of dragonflies, and draws attention to topics suitable for further investigation. Keys are provided for the identification of both larvae and adults, and information is given on techniques for study. Some problems of conservation are discussed.

    Readership

    Sixth-form, undergraduate, postgraduate, field centre, ecological consultant, wildlife trust, conservation volunteer

    Table of Contents

    Introduction
    Eggs and larvae
    Adult life
    Flight
    Vision
    Reproductive biology
    Guarding and egg laying
    Keys to the larvae and adults:
    I Key to larvae
    II Key to adults
    Dragonfly conservation and recording
    Some methods for studying dragonflies
    Some useful addresses
    References and further reading
    Appendix 1. Annotated checklist of British species
    Appendix 2. Times of appearance of adult British dragonflies.

    Bibliographic Information

    • 118 pages
    • B/w illustrations
    • 4 colour plates
    • | 2nd Edition
    • BISAC NAT017000, SCI070020
    • BIC PSVT7, PSVS, WNCN