Life Among the Butterflies by Vance Randolph
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| Author | Randolph, Vance, 1892-1980 |
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| Illustrator | Quinn, Peter |
| LoC No. | ca26000017 |
| Title | Life Among the Butterflies |
| Original Publication | United States: Haldeman-Julius Company,1925. |
| Series Title | Little blue book no. 796 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 57.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Life Among the Butterflies" by Vance Randolph is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the biology, classification, and life cycle of butterflies, examining their anatomy, metamorphosis, and ecological interactions. The book serves as a comprehensive guide for butterfly enthusiasts and researchers alike, delving into the intricacies of these fascinating creatures. In "Life Among the Butterflies," Randolph begins by outlining the historical context of butterfly literature before diving into detailed descriptions of the anatomy of butterflies, including their head, thorax, wings, and abdomen. He explores the complete metamorphosis process in butterflies, describing their life stages from egg to caterpillar, chrysalis, and finally, the adult butterfly (imago). The book also categorizes butterflies into families and subfamilies, illustrating their differences and similarities, with thorough insights into their behaviors, protective adaptations, and ecological roles. By focusing on both scientific nomenclature and engaging descriptions, Randolph aims to enhance the reader's understanding and appreciation of butterflies, making this work a valuable resource for naturalists and lepidopterists. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Butterflies |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 67062 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 87 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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