A Field Guide to Caterpillars of Butterflies and Moths of Britain and Europe

Carter, D J and Hargreaves , B

ISBN 10: 000219080X / ISBN 13: 9780002190800

Published by Collins, 1986

8vo, 296 pp , 35 colour plates from paintings by Brian Hargreaves. Laminated boards, light fading to the spine but a very good copy. Seller Inventory # 1000111942

Synopsis:

Part of the best-selling Collins Field Guide series, this is a comprehensive guide to the caterpillars of Britain and Europe.

This is the only field guide to group caterpillars by their foodplant: identification is made simple as species are shown where they are likely to be found.

Over 500 British and European caterpillars are beautifully and accurately illustrated with their own foodplants. Opposite each is a miniature of the butterfly or moth into which it will transform.

Authoritative text discusses the anatomy, life-cycle, enemies, defence methods, rearing, study and conservation of caterpillars. every family is described including details of appearance, range, habitat, foodplants, biology and the time of year they can be seen.

From the Back Cover:

This is the only field guide to group caterpillars by their foodplant: identification is made simple as species are shown where they are likely to be found.

Over 500 British and European caterpillars are beautifully and accurately illustrated with their own foodplants. Opposite each is a miniature of the butterfly or moth into which it will transform.

Authoritative text discusses the anatomy, life-cycle, enemies, defence methods, rearing, study and conservation of caterpillars. Every family is described including details of appearance, range, habitat, foodplants, biology and the time of year they can be seen.

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Field Guide to Caterpillars of Butterflies...
Publisher: Collins
Publication Date: 1986
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
Edition: 1st Edition