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Essential Entomology
Essential Entomology
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Insects are the most successful organisms on the planet and are indispensable to agriculture, biology, and the environment. This textbook provides a clear taxonomic structure to understand their diversity, life history, and taxonomy in a new light. It is an essential read for undergraduate and graduate students, ecologists, conservationists, natural resource managers, and general readers interested in wildlife, nature, and the environment.
Format: Hardback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 19 January 2023
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Insects, the most successful organisms on the planet, comprise well over half of all known animal species. Their significance extends to various fields, including agriculture, biology, and the environment, making a fundamental understanding of entomology indispensable. Moreover, insects play a crucial role in advancements in molecular biology and genetics, prompting extensive research into their roles in global ecosystems. However, the sheer diversity of insects can be daunting for newcomers to the field. Most entomology textbooks often focus solely on insect biology, providing a superficial understanding of insect diversity and evolution. In contrast, "Essential Entomology" offers a clear taxonomic structure that facilitates a deeper comprehension of insects. This fully revised edition, updated to reflect the latest developments in molecular biology and paleontology over the past 20 years, serves as a comprehensive guide to insects. It is an essential resource for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in entomology, agriculture, and forestry courses, as well as for a broad academic audience interested in wildlife, nature, and environmental conservation. Maintaining the straightforward and accessible style of the first edition, the textbook minimizes technical jargon and provides sufficient background information to ensure easy comprehension for readers of various backgrounds.
Weight: 820g
Dimension: 176 x 254 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780192843111
Edition number: 2 Revised edition
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