Text is unmarked; pages are bright, though the page edges are a little age toned. Previous owner's signature in pen on the first free end page; there is a check out card pocket from the private library of the same previous glued inside the front cover. Binding is sturdy. Covers are a little shelf scuffed and show some light wear around the corners. No dust jacket, as issued.

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Bibliographic Details

Title

Reproductive Behaviour of Insects: Individuals and populations

Publisher

Springer

Publication Date

1991

Language

English

ISBN 10

0412312808

ISBN 13

9780412312809

Binding

Hardcover

Condition

Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition

None Issued

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Synopsis

Approaching the study of insect reproduction from an evolutionary perspective, 11 papers discuss a wide range of topics of interest both to academics investigating evolutionary biology, and to people involved in the practicalities of pest control. Shows how selection has fashioned reproductive behavior, strategies to bring the sexes together (how often have you seen a cockroach in a singles bar, for example), oviposition, and larval competition. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Review

...an exciting and critical review of current thinking on reproductive behaviour in insects: I think it works very well - Martin C Birch, The Biologist; This book is well written and presents and up-to-date overview of current international research on the subject and may be well recommended to students of insect behaviour and those interested in modern biological thought. Entomologist's Gazette

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