Bugs Rule!: An Introduction to the World of Insects

The essential illustrated introduction to insects for nonscience majors

Bugs Rule! provides a lively introduction to the biology and natural history of insects and their noninsect cousins, such as spiders, scorpions, and centipedes. This richly illustrated textbook features more than 830 color photos, a concise overview of the basics of entomology, and numerous sidebars that highlight and explain key points. Detailed chapters cover each of the major insect groups, describing their physiology, behaviors, feeding habits, reproduction, human interactions, and more.

Ideal for nonscience majors and anyone seeking to learn more about insects and their arthropod relatives, Bugs Rule! offers a one-of-a-kind gateway into the world of these amazing creatures.

-Places a greater emphasis on natural history than standard textbooks on the subject -Covers the biology and natural history of all the insect orders -Provides a thorough review of the noninsect arthropods, such as spiders, scorpions, centipedes, millipedes, and crustaceans -Features more than 830 color photos -Highlights the importance of insects and other arthropods, including their impact on human society -An online illustration package is available to professors

© 2013 Princeton University Press (E-Book): 9781400848928

Erscheinungsdatum

E-Book: 15. September 2013