Backyard Bugs: An Identification Guide to Common Insects, Spiders, and More

Daniels, Jaret C.

ISBN 10: 1591936853 / ISBN 13: 9781591936855

Published by Adventure Publications, 2017

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Backyard Bugs: An Identification Guide to Common Insects, Spiders, and More
• Publisher: Adventure Publications
• Publication Date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1591936853
• ISBN 13: 9781591936855
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New
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Synopsis

Get to know the bugs in your backyard.

How many times have you seen a bug and wondered, “What in the world is that?” Here’s an easy and fun way to identify backyard bugs. Acclaimed entomologist and nature author Jaret C. Daniels presents a simple yet informative guide to backyard bugs of the United States and southern Canada. Featuring more than 150 species organized by where the bugs are generally found―such as at lights or on flowers―this fascinating book covers everything from ants to mosquitoes to spiders. Its easy-to-use format, full-color photographs, and neat-to-know information are handy for homeowners, gardeners, campers, and even children. As an added bonus, there are bug-related activities for families to enjoy. When you see a bug, look it up. You’ll be amazed by what you learn!

About the Author

Jaret C. Daniels, Ph.D., is a professional nature photographer, author, native plant enthusiast and entomologist at the University of Florida, specializing in insect ecology and conservation. He has authored numerous scientific papers, popular articles, and books on gardening, wildlife conservation, insects, and butterflies, including butterfly field guides for Florida, Georgia, the Carolinas, Ohio, and Michigan. He is also co-author of Wildflowers of Florida Field Guide and Wildflowers of the Southeast Field Guide. Jaret lives in Gainesville, Florida, with his wife, Stephanie.