rare insects

"A devastating exploration of how the collapse in insect populations around the world threatens everything from wild birds to the food on our plate. From the ants scurrying under leaf litter to the bees able to fly higher than Mount Kilimanjaro, insects are seemingly everywhere. Three out of four of the planet's known species are insects, but a torrent of recent evidence suggests this kaleidoscopic group of creatures is suffering the greatest existential crisis in its remarkable 400-million-year history. Oliver Milman delves into why insect numbers are plummeting and outlines the dire consequences of losing the tiny empires that hold life aloft on Earth"--Provided by publisher.

First person narrative by the author offers a wealth of facts and information about insects and explores the vital function that insects play in the world, from their role as pollinators and recyclers to their potential as a nutritious and sustainable food source. Includes a suggested reading list for further information.

An introduction to giant wetapungas, which look like grasshoppers, discusing where they live, how they are endangered and more.

Look closely at the ten most amazing insects and spiders that buzz, dart, and hang out all over the world. Beware those bites and stings as you encounter a hornet that will chase humans, a louse that lives on a fish's tongue, a centipede that will fight snakes, and more. Come face to face with these extreme animals and learn their secrets!.

Discusses the physical characteristics of several endangered, extinct, and prehistoric species of insects.