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<p><P>From exploring the basic principles of entomology to starting a collection, <i>The Practical Entomologist</i> is the perfect introduction to the world of insects.<P>Beginning with the basics, the text describes what characterizes an insect, including anatomy and the life cycle. It takes an order-by-order look at insects, explaining how each group differs from another and why certain types of insects have been classified together.<P>The book shows you not only what to look for but how and where to look for it &#151; from capturing and keeping live insects to ways of making a collection and taking photographs. Tips on keeping a field notebook are also included.<P>Packed with more than 200 full-color illustrations, this comprehensive guide is a valuable reference tool for nature enthusiasts.<P><br></p> <h3>Library Journal</h3> <p>For beginners who wish to be serious hobbyists, these two latest entries in Fireside's ``Practical'' series (see Rick Imes's The Practical Botanist and Steve Parker's The Practical Paleontologist , LJ 6/15/91) can also help high school and college students understand basic tenets of geology and biology. Each book offers an overview of the main principle

Author

Imes, Rick

Publisher

New York: Simon and Schuster

Published

1992

Language

EN

ISBN

9780671746964

Subjects

Science, Stem

Rating

4.41 / 5 (29 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-13