Insects - Spiders and Other Terrestrial Arthropods -
Smithsonian Handbooks by George C. McGavin

Packed with over 650 crystal--clear photographs and illustrations with precise annotation
to make identification sure and simple. Authoritative text, crystal--clear photography,
and a systematic approach make this handbook the most comprehensive recognition guide to
the insects, spiders, and other terrestrial arthropods of the world. Packed with photographs
and illustrations of more than 550 insects and other arthropods, it is designed to cut
through the process of identification, enabling you to recognize insects easily.

Photo--Encyclopedic Approach: Focusing on over 300 of the main insect families, the Smithsonian
Handbook of Insects, Spiders and Other Terrestrial Arthropods tackles the incredible diversity
of this class. All 29 orders of insect are examined, as well as a representative selection of
spiders and other terrestrial arthropods from around the world. Identification Made Easy: Written
for beginners and enthusiasts alike, each entry combines a concise description with annotated
photographs and illustrations to highlight the insect.s chief characteristics, including physical
features, life cycle, habitat, and larval stages. In addition, there is an explanation of what
an insect is and a practical photographic identification key to the main insect groups, which
guides the reader to the correct entries.
While not comprehensive enough to replace an entomology handbook, and not specific enough to be
a perfect field guide, Insects rests comfortably in the handbook territory. Its sturdy binding and
quick reference features make it a natural to take along on family outings. Each page is lavished
with full-color photo layouts showing close-up detail of major insect and arachnid groups, and the
accompanying text provides basic information on life cycles, ranges, special habits and features,
and trivia. The author, George C. McGavin, is a respected entomologist specializing in insect
ecology. For quick identification of major bugs and arachnids, as well as tips on how to observe
terrestrial arthropods in nature, this handbook can.t be beat. --Therese Littleton

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