Insect Microscopy

Andrew Chick

ISBN 10: 1785002015 / ISBN 13: 9781785002014

Published by The Crowood Press Ltd, GB, 2016

About this Item

Insects, and their close relatives, the arachnids, centipedes, millipedes and woodlice, make ideal material for study by the recreational microscopist. Moreover for the entomologist, the addition of the use of the microscope to their tool kit adds a whole new dimension to their study, revealing in finest detail the appearance and structure of these tiny creatures. This book reveals the basics of insect microscopy, explaining what equipment is needed and how to get the best out of it. Topics covered include insects and their relatives; trapping insects for study; dissection, slide mounting publishing your work.

Seller Inventory # LU-9781785002014

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Insect Microscopy
• Publisher: The Crowood Press Ltd, GB
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1785002015
• ISBN 13: 9781785002014
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 364 grams

About this title

Synopsis

Insects, and their close relatives, the arachnids, centipedes, millipedes and woodlice, make ideal material for study by the recreational microscopist. Moreover for the entomologist, the addition of the use of the microscope to their tool kit adds a whole new dimension to their study, revealing in finest detail the appearance and structure of these tiny creatures. This book reveals the basics of insect microscopy, explaining what equipment is needed and how to get the best out of it.

About the Author

Author Andrew Chick has been fascinated by the insect world since childhood. He holds a BSc in Environmental Biology, and MSc in Forensic Science and is currently working towards a PhD in Forensic Entomology. He is a Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and enjoys field work and species identification.