Grasshoppers and Mantids of the World - Softcover

Preston-Mafham, Ken

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0713723815 ISBN 13: 9780713723816

Publisher: Cassell Illustrated, 1992

Synopsis

Some varieties mimic flowers and leaves, others have cars on their front legs, and still more resemble sticks. With photographs taken from 24 countries around the world, this guide offers a visually stunning and complete account of these small but wonderful insects. You won't believe the bright coloring many types display! Investigate mating rituals -- a sometimes-dangerous adventure for certain male bugs, given the females' tendencies to devour their partners! Egg-laying and development, food and feeding, defensive strategies, and common environments also receive extensive treatment. From the "bad" (carnivorous katydids with their fierce, painful bites) to the beautiful (the gorgeous "monkey hoppers" of Peru), see who their enemies are, and how these insects interact with mankind. Unfortunately, as people encroach on their habitats, many species, including some of the most stunning ones you see here, face extinction. First-hand observations paint a vivid picture of these creatures.

About this title

Synopsis:

Looks at the orthopteroid insects, such as crickets, grasshoppers, katydids, praying mantids and cockroaches, focusing on behavioural data both in text and illustrations.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cassell Illustrated
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0713723815
• ISBN 13: 9780713723816
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 192