British Insects (General) (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

W. Percival Westell

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484494236 ISBN 13: 9780484494236

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore Britain’s insects and the surprising roles they play in daily life.

This accessible guide surveys common species, from beetles that damage timber to tiny parasitic wasps that keep other insect life in check. It blends vivid descriptions with practical notes, helping readers identify creatures, understand their life cycles, and appreciate their place in nature.

Textual snapshots highlight how insects grow—from eggs to larvae to adults—and why some species shape our homes, gardens, and forests. You’ll encounter well-known players like the Stag Beetle and Death-Watch Beetle, learn how Glow-Worms light up summer evenings, and discover the curious world of gall-wasps and oak apples. The book also explains useful patterns, such as how some insects act as natural sanitary agents and how human actions can protect or harm these tiny neighbors.

• Clear species profiles with recognizable features and behaviors.
• Life-cycle explanations that connect larval stages to adult forms.
• Examples of how insects interact with plants, wood, and habitats.
• Notes on pest impacts and simple, practical controls where relevant.

Ideal for curious readers of natural history and anyone who wants a straightforward overview of Britain’s insect life.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484494236
• ISBN 13: 9780484494236
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 138