The Complete Insect

A beautifully illustrated exploration of the world?s most extraordinary animals

With an astounding 3.5 million species occupying virtually every habitat on Earth, insects are one of the most diverse groups of animals on the planet, from the humble bee to the agile praying mantis. Taking you inside the extraordinary world of insects, The Complete Insect explores all aspects of the natural history of these remarkable creatures, providing a close-up look at their fascinating anatomy, physiology, evolution, ecology, behavior, and more. It features hundreds of stunning color photographs and illustrations and draws on a broad range of examples, from familiar ants to iridescent jewel beetles. A celebration of the rich complexity of insect life, The Complete Insect is a must-have book for insect enthusiasts and armchair naturalists.

• An absorbing, wide-ranging, and beautiful exploration of the fascinating natural history of insects
• Features a wealth of stunning full-color photographs from the field
• Includes photomicrographs and electron micrographs that offer a rare view of normally invisible structures
• Examines the complex relationship between humans and insects
• Integrates physiological adaptations with ecology and behavior

"This reviewer repeatedly found himself stuck on a page marveling at the hours and hours of work that had gone into the research and photography behind the detail. Like a good exhibit designer, Grimaldi does not titillate or terrify with close-ups of the monsters that typically haunt other 'bug' books. Rather, he draws readers into a world populated by wonderful, colorful insects, creating an appreciation for entomology."---G.C. Stevens, Choice