Arranged into 22 family groups so that related species are found together, "Philip's Mini Guide to Butterflies" begins with a brief introduction to butterflies, covering anatomy, behaviour and life cycles, and finishes with advice on butterfly watching. Following the introduction is a brief but helpful general description of each family group, which will help the reader identify a particular species. Following the introduction and family descriptions are the 250 individual species accounts and accompanying illustrations. The descriptions are organized into easy-to-navigate headings that cover wingspan, flight period, distribution, plantfood and habitat. Also included is general information on appearance, behaviour or habitat that will provide additional identification information.Also listed are species that share certain physical characteristics and which are sometimes incorrectly identified. A symbol indicates if the species does not occur in the British Isles. Accompanying the succinct but informative text are superb, life-sized artworks, featuring leader lines to annotation that highlights key identifying characteristics of the species.
In addition, an at-a-glance 'Key Identification' checkbox lists three essential physical features to look for when attempting to name a species. "Philip's Mini Guide to Butterflies" will appeal to anyone with an interest in nature. The concise text and clear layout featuring good-sized annotated artwork will inspire confidence in newcomers, while the small format, identification-friendly features and recognized scientific organization will appeal to more experienced field naturalists.
- ISBN10 054009286X
- ISBN13 9780540092864
- Publish Date 2 March 2009
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 2 July 2009
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher Octopus Publishing Group
- Imprint Philip's
- Format Paperback
- Pages 272
- Language English