FIREFLIES, GLOW-WORMS, AND LIGHTNING BUGS by Lynn Frierson Faust ( 9780820348728 )

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Title:

FIREFLIES, GLOW-WORMS, AND LIGHTNING BUGS
IDENTIFICATION AND NATURAL HISTORY OF THE FIREFLIES OF THE EASTERN AND CENTRAL UNITED STATES AND CANADA

By:

Lynn Frierson Faust

Format:

Paperback

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ISBN 10:

0820348724

ISBN 13:

9780820348728

Publisher:

UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA PRESS

Pub. date:

30 January, 2017

Series:

Wormsloe Foundation Nature Book Series

Pages:

376

Language:

English, Multiple languages

Description:

Synopsis:

This is the first comprehensive firefly guide for eastern and central North America ever published. It is written for all those who want to know more about the amazing world of lightning bugs and learn the secrets hidden in the flash patterns of the 75+ species found in the eastern and central U.S. and Canada. As an independent researcher working with numerous university teams, naturalist Lynn Frierson Faust, "The Lightning Bug Lady," has spent decades tracking the behavior and researching the habitats of these fascinating creatures.Based on her twenty-five years of field work, this book is intended to increase understanding and appreciation of bioluminescent insects while igniting enthusiasm in a fun and informative way. Species accounts are coupled with historical background and literary epigraphs to engage and draw readers young and old into the world of these tiny sparklers. A chart documenting the flash patterns of the various species will aid in identification.Clear photos illustrate the insects' distinguishing physical characteristics, while habitats, seasonality, and common names are provided in clear, easy-to-understand yet scientifically accurate language. The guide will be welcomed by everyone who wants to learn more about fireflies' and glow-worms' unique traits and about their fragile niche in the ecosystem.FEATURES:Over 600 color photographsDetailed accounts and anatomical diagrams of 75+ species, as well as aids in distinguishing between similar speciesA first-of-its-kind flash-pattern chart that folds out on heavy-weight paperExtensive scientific details written in an understandable and engaging wayColorful, common names-Twilight Bush Baby, Shadow Ghosts, and Snappy Syncs, and more-for easy species identification based on flash patternsTips on ideal sites and times of year for firefly watchingConservation-oriented approach

Illustrations:

637 color images

Publication:

Imprint:

University of Georgia Press

Returns:

Returnable