Insects and Invertebrates

by T R New

Beetles are the most diverse group of insects, often abundant in terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems. Many species are under threat from human changes to natural environments, and some are valuable tools in conservation because they respond rapidly to changes that occur. Knowledge of these responses, of both abundance and composition of assemblages, enables use of some beetles to monitor environmental changes. This title is the first global overview of the importance of conservation of beetles, bringing together hitherto scattered information to demonstrate the need for conservation, and how it may be approached. 248pp. 2010

by Andrew Duff

A new identification guide to the Coleoptera of the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the Isle of Man. The first comprehensive account of British beetles since Joy's A Practical Handbook of British Beetles. Black and white illustrations, 496pp. 2012

by Rainer F Foelix

One of the only books to treat the whole spider, from its behaviour and physiology to its neurobiology and reproductive characteristics. Incorporates the latest research while dispelling many myths and misconceptions that surround spiders. Of special interest are chapters on the structure and function of spider webs and silk, as well as those on spider venom. Updated chapters and a new chapter on tarantulas. Photographs, line illustrations, 400pp, 3rd edition 2011

by Chris McIntyre

Provides extensive guidance on choosing lodges and safari camps and detailed sections on the environment, wildlife and flora. Also details of the abundant birdlife in the wetland paradise of the Okavango Delta. Colour photographs, maps, 536pp. 3rd edition 2010

by Tamara Thiessen

Gives details on where and how to see the island's colourful flora and fauna. Includes an extended full colour section covering wildlife viewing and identification. Colour photographs, maps, 336pp. Revised 2nd edition 2012

by Stuart Ball / Roger Morris

A field guide to all the genera of hoverflies found in Britain. Explores the various life stages of all 69 hoverfly genera and 164 most commonly seen species. Species accounts highlight key identification features, including status, behaviour and habitat requirements. Colour photographs, distribution maps, phenology charts, 240pp. 2013

by Graham Sherwin

A DVD guide to the all of the breeding and vagrant species damselflies of Britain and Ireland (20 in total), with an introduction to both dragonflies and damselflies which describes their anatomy, life cycle and behaviour. Descriptions of all our mainland breeding, migrant and vagrant damselfly species follow and two potential visitors are included as well. Approx 150 mins

by Graham Sherwin

This DVD describes all the breeding and more frequent vagrant species of dragonflies on mainland Britain and Ireland (just over 30 species). Each is described with attention drawn to distribution, habitat, flight season, breeding behaviour and of course, identification and distinguishing features of immature dragonflies as well as adults. 166mins

by Adam Wright

Covers 109 genera with sections on life history, ecology, collecting and morphology. Line drawings, 62pp. 1990

by Peter Marren

As with Flora and Birds, Bugs is not a biological guide but a richly-illustrated cultural one, seen through the eyes of writers, musicians, artists and naturalists. from the great Tudor naturalist, Thomas Muffet (father of Little Miss Muffet) to Irvine Welsh's talking tapeworm in Filth, as well as contributions by ordinary men and women who are fascinated by creepy-crawlies of all kinds. 512pp. 2010

by Anne & John Bebbington

A chart packed with information on a major group of invertebrate animals belonging to Phylum Arthropoda group. Provides information on identification, catching and project ideas. Colour illustrations. 2003

by Dave Goulson

Bumblebees are familiar and colourful insects and play an important roles as pollinators of crops and wildflowers. While some species are now reared commercially and have been distributed around the world to pollinate plants, others have declined are in danger of extinction. Outlines their behaviour and ecology and suggests areas where further research is needed. Line drawings, Colour plates, 240pp. 2nd edition 2009