The Wings of Insects: An Exposition of the Uniform Terminology of the Wing Veins of Insects and a Discussion of the More General Characteristics of the Wings of the Several Orders of Insects (Classic - Hardcover

John Henry Comstock

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0666768463 ISBN 13: 9780666768469

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A definitive guide to the uniform wing-venation used by insects, with clear explanations and historical context.

This edition presents a thorough framework for identifying and comparing wing types across orders.

In this nonfiction work, readers will find the development of a standardized terminology for wings, grounded in decades of study by John Henry Comstock and his collaborators at Cornell University. The pages outline how scientists approached wing tracheation, basal connections, and the relationships among major wing-venation features, with rich illustrations and cross-references to related research.

• Clear, historical perspective on how the uniform terminology was created
• Detailed descriptions of wing-venation patterns across many insect groups
• Insights into how different families and orders vary and why
• Illustrations and discussion of methods used to study venation in living and fossil insects

Ideal for students, researchers, and enthusiasts seeking a rigorous, field-anchored reference on insect wings and their terminology.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0666768463
• ISBN 13: 9780666768469
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 472