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For many people, long-legged spiders, venomous scorpions and blood-sucking ticks are the stuff of nightmares, but to others they are a source of constant fascination. Arachnids dispels common myths and misconceptions to reveal the truth about these weird, wonderful and often beautiful creatures. With the use of examples from around the globe, the book brings together the current knowledge of the world of arachnids. It describes in accessible language their unique biology, adaptable anatomy and often unusual behaviour. Did you know that spiders often show a high level of parental care, with some actually regurgitating food for their babies? Or that a scorpion's sting is not in its tail? Illustrated by many interesting and often bizarre facts, and with over 200 striking photographs and artworks, the book shows that arachnids are not sinister beasts, but fascinating creatures that are highly adapted to their environment.
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"Arachnids spins a sensational tale, debunking common myths and delving deep into the lives of these bizarre and beautiful creatures."--"The Birdbooker Report"
"Anyone interested in spiders will relish this comprehensive book about this amazingly diverse group of invertebrates."--"Bookloons Reviews"
"A well-done publication that presents the Arachnids in the best light possible."--REH"Wildlife Activist" (06/20/2011)
A well-done publication that presents the Arachnids in the best light possible. --REH"Wildlife Activist" (06/20/2011)"
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"Anyone interested in spiders will relish this comprehensive book about this amazingly diverse group of invertebrates."--"Bookloons Reviews"
"A well-done publication that presents the Arachnids in the best light possible."--REH"Wildlife Activist" (06/20/2011)
A well-done publication that presents the Arachnids in the best light possible. --REH"Wildlife Activist" (06/20/2011)"
For many people, long-legged spiders, blood-sucking ticks and venomous scorpions are the stuff of nightmares, but to others they are a source of constant fascination. "Arachnids" dispels common myths and misconceptions to reveal the truth about these weird, wonderful and often beautiful creatures. The class of Arachnida does not consist of spiders alone but also contains ten other orders - harvestmen, ticks and mites, wind spiders, tailless whip spiders, whip spiders, scorpions, palpigrades, pseudoscorpions, schizomids and ricinuleids - nearly all of which have eight legs and two parts to their body.The biology, ecology and behaviour of each order is explored in detail and illustrated with stunning photography and line drawings. Discover the ritual 'dance' of scorpion courtship, the mite species which can be found living in monkey lungs, and the thoughtful spider that actually regurgitates food to feed its young. With a final section on the pet trade, conservation and breeding arachnids in captivity, this accessible reference will appeal to amateur naturalists and arachnid enthusiasts alike.
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- PublisherThe Natural History Museum
- Publication date2009
- ISBN 10 0565092200
- ISBN 13 9780565092207
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages320
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