 The patterns and colors of butterfly wings can be as complex and brilliant as those of fine tapestries, but they�re often hard to appreciate as the little insects flutter from flower to flower. All in all, this is a lovely book�small enough to take on a butterfly-watching expedition, but pretty enough to display on a coffee table. |
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 Dick Vane-Wright's passion for his subject shines through, from his vivid descriptions of metamorphosis to his look at the diversity of butterflies. He investigates the mystery of butterfly migrations by following the travels of the North American monarch, which summers as far north as Canada but winters in Mexico and Southern California. Looking forward, he questions what the future holds for these delicate creatures as they face changing environments. |
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Hundreds of butterflies soar and drift across the page. Each panel of this orihon book � a traditional Japanse format � stands on its own visually, yet is also designed to lead to the next panel so that the flight itself appears to glide, panel after panel, before the viewer. The foldout format also allows the book to be displayed as a delightful art object. |
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 Robert Michael Pyle set out late one summer to follow the Monarchs south from their northernmost breeding ground in British Columbia. CHASING MONARCHS tells the engrossing story of his adventurous journey with these graceful wanderers. Part travelogue, part scientific study, CHASING MONARCHS is one of the most fascinating books ever written about butterflies. (also available in paperback) |
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 The Pollinator Conservation Handbook is a new publication by the Xerces Society and the Bee Works. It is the first comprehensive book on the conservation of native bees, butterflies, and other native pollinator insects and is an indispensable resource for gardeners, farmers, and managers of parks, recreational areas, and wild lands. |
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 Produced as part of the Xerces Society�s Monarch Project, this handbook is a guide for California landowners who wish to practice wise stewardship over their Monarch butterfly overwintering habitat, preserving it for future generations to enjoy |
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 Butterfly watching is rapidly becoming as popular as bird watching. For the millions who are just getting started in this fascinating outdoor activity, and for the millions more who are already involved, Robert Pyle's handbook is essential. It covers everything from ecology to photography to butterflly gardening. Beautifully written and beautifully illustrated, the handbook will fascinate anyone with an interest in the natural world. |
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 Taking up where field guides leave off, the Suttons identify the habitats that are sure to hold large butterfly populations and the specific plants that attract various species. They tell how to use binocualrs and share the secrets of approaching a butterfly without scaring it away. |
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 "North America's Favorite Butterflies" features outstanding color close-up photography of North America's 50 most popular butterflies. |
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 Butterfly expert Jeffrey Glassberg covers each aspect of butterflies, including their choice of habitat, their life cycle and reproductive behavior, and how their appearance distinguishes them in the natural world. Also included are tips on attracting and photographing butterflies. |
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 "The Big Little Book of Butterflies" celebrates these beautiful "winged flowers" with more than 250 stunning photographs of some of the most breathtaking butterflies in the world. |
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 "The Butterfly Handbook", with its easy-reference format and beautiful illustrations, is an essential resource for anyone interested in the fascinating world of butterflies. |
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 Packed with detailed information on characteristics, distinguishing features, and more, this handbook is the clearest identification guide to butterflies and moths for beginners and established enthusiasts alike. |
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 Butterflies have always served as a metaphor for resurrection and transformation, but as Sharman Apt Russell points out in this lyrical meditation, butterflies are above all objects of obsession. |
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Celebrate butterflies in all their pleasure, variety, and beauty, from a spectacular cloud of migrating Monarchs to a vivid Red Admiral. |
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 Reminiscent of nineteenth-century botanical prints, the full-color illustrations in these small nature guides are miniature watercolors, as delightful to look at as they are accurate. Beneath each illustration the reader will find the popular and scientific names, size, range, and a concise description of the habitat or an interesting bit of lore. Ideal for the backpacker or dayhiker, the books fit handily in the pocket. |
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 Whether you want to identify or attract butterflies, you'll find everything you need in this easy-to-use guide. The Stokes Beginner's Guide to Butterflies is factually, visually and organizationally superior to any other beginner's guide. Special features include: Coverage of more than 100 species of the most common and beautiful species of butterflies, unique organization by shape and size of butterflies, and brilliant full-color photographs of each species. |
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 A complete and up-to-date handbook on the identification, systematics, biology and ecology of the butterflies found in Hong Kong, this authoritative book includes keys, full color plates and line drawings identifying males and females, as well as eggs and papae. |
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 Maraleen Manos-Jones combines myth, legend, poetry and art in this beautiful, yet serious, coffee-table book that explores the myriad ways in which humans have perceived butterflies throughout history. |
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 This handsome book covers every aspect of butterflies not covered in most field guides, in an easy-to-read Q & A format. From taxonomy to symbolism, it�s all here. |
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