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Dragonflies & Damselfies Dennis Paulson

Dragonflies & Damselfies By Dennis Paulson

Dragonflies & Damselfies by Dennis Paulson


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Summary

This book brings these insects to life. As well as providing a broad introduction to their natural history, it features profiles of sixty of the most interesting and beautiful species from around the world. Learn about Mountain Malachites, Spectacular Skycruisers, Blue-winged Helicopters, and more.

Dragonflies & Damselfies Summary

Dragonflies & Damselfies: A natural history by Dennis Paulson

"A thoroughly entertaining and informative read." - BBC Wildlife

Dragonflies are often called birdwatchers insects. They are large, brightly colored, active in the daytime, and with complex and interesting behavior. Like butterflies, they appeal even to people who dont think highly of insects in general. They have been with us since the dinosaurs lived, and they continue to flourish. Their ancestors were the biggest insects ever, and they still impress us with their sizethe largest is bigger than a small hummingbird. There are over 6,000 species of Odonata known at present, and you need only to visit any wetland on a warm summer day to be enthralled by their bright colors and fascinating behavior.

Dragonflies & Damselfies Reviews

"Richly illustrated, this is a great introductory guide to the biology of dragonflies and damselflies." * Natural History Book Services *
"With their dazzling colours and impressive aerial acrobatics, dragonflies and damselflies are always a joy to see. Paulson's book will surely inspire even greater wonder in them." * Outdoor Photography *
"A comprehensive look at a creature with admirable survival instincts and the presence of which on the river makes the
fishermans day."
* The Field *

About Dennis Paulson

Dennis Paulson is an international expert on dragonflies, having written the major field guides to North American species and more than 50 scientific papers on the group. With a PhD degree from the University of Miami, he has watched and photographed his favorite animals on all the continents. Now retired from his position as Director of the Slater Museum of Natural History at the University of Puget Sound, he continues to spend his time in teaching and research.

Table of Contents

Introduction
About This Book


Chapter One What is a Dragonfly?
Dragonfly Classification/The Evolution of Dragonflies/Dragonfly Size/Dragonfly Anatomy/Dragonfly Habitats/The Daily Cycle/Thermoregulation/Coloration

Ancient Greenling
Desert Shadowdamsel
Dancing Jewel
Red-tipped Ashtail
Ruby Dancer
Damseldragon
Two-striped Forceptail
Sarracenia Spiketail
Seaside Dragonlet
Filigree Skimmer

Chapter Two Adaptations For Life: Capturing Prey and Avoiding Predators
Dragonfly Flight/Dragonfly Vision/Foraging Behavior/Diet/Dragonfly Predators/Dragonfly Parasites

Horned Twigtail
Ebony Jewelwing
Blue Bareleg
Variable Cora
Little Wisp
Giant Petaltail
Flag-tailed Spinyleg
Splendid Cruiser
Four-spotted Skimmer
Jewel Flutterer

Chapter Three Reproduction
Territoriality/Rendezvous Sites/Courtship/Mating/Sperm Competition/Mate Guarding/Oviposition

Mountain Malachite
American Rubyspot
Black Velvetwing
Phoenix
Citrine Forktail
Common Green Darner
Dragonhunter
Common Shutwing
Common Archtail
Club-tailed Skimmer

Chapter Four The Life Cycle
The Nymph/Nymphs in Surprising Places/Metamorphosis and Emergence/Seasonality/Dispersal and Migration/Longevity

Great Spreadwing
Green Metalwing
Ochraceous Gossamerwing
Great Cascader
Scarlet Kauai Damsel
Black Emperor
Common Tigertail
Common Baskettail
Scarlet Dwarf
Large Woodskimmer

Chapter Five Dragonflies and People
Dragonfly Research/Teaching About Dragonflies/Threats to Dragonflies and Conservation/Ecosystem Services/Dragonflies in the Literature

Blue Ringtail
Glittering Demoiselle
Red-and-black Flatwing
Powdered Wiretail
Blue-winged Helicopter
Dark-saddled Darner
Corkscrew Hooktail
Hines Emerald
Lucia Widow
Greenbolt

Chapter Six Dragonfly Diversity Around The World
Drivers of Diversity/Phylogeny/The Families of Dragonflies

Common Winter Damsel
Magenta-flecked Jewel
Arrowhead Rockmaster
Blue Featherleg
Crimson Threadtail
Waterfall Redspot
Spectacular Skycruiser
Eastern Pondhawk
Wandering Glider
Common Blue-wing

Glossary
Further Resources
Index
Picture Credits
Acknowledgments

Additional information

GOR012060328
9781782405634
1782405631
Dragonflies & Damselfies: A natural history by Dennis Paulson
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Quarto Publishing PLC
2019-03-14
224
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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