New in this week we have This book takes an in-depth look at 600 significant examples of beetles, presented through astonishing photographs showing in detail the life size specimen.
Each profile includes a population distribution map, a table of essential information, a commentary revealing notable characteristics, a list of related species, and a diagnosis of the example beetleās importance in terms of taxonomy, rarity, behaviour and scientific significance.
The author, Patrice Bouchard, is a research scientist and curator of Coleoptera at the Canadian National Collection of Insects, Arachnids and Nematodes. With his extensive background knowledge, he illustrates the information in an easy-to-read format that can be appreciated by all.