| Editor |
Harmer, S. F. (Sidney Frederic), 1862-1950 |
| Author |
Sharp, David, 1840-1922 |
| Editor |
Shipley, A. E. (Arthur Everett), Sir, 1861-1927 |
| Title |
The Cambridge natural history, Vol. 06 (of 10)
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| Original Publication |
London: Macmillan and Co., 1899.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 55.2 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Insects, part 2: Hymenoptera continued (Tubulifera and Aculeata), Coleoptera, Strepsiptera, Lepidoptera, Diptera, Aphaniptera, Thysanoptera, Hemiptera, Anoplura, by David Sharp.
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| Credits |
Keith Edkins, Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"The Cambridge Natural History, Vol. 06" by David Sharp is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on a detailed exploration of various insect orders including Hymenoptera (bees, wasps, and their relatives) and Coleoptera (beetles), among others. It addresses classification, morphology, and behavioral notes of these groups, providing a thorough reference for entomologists and enthusiasts alike. At the start of this volume, the author introduces the Hymenoptera Petiolata, specifically discussing the Tubulifera and Aculeata series, which comprise families such as the Ruby-wasps and various types of bees and wasps. Sharp details the physical characteristics, behaviors, and life cycles of these insects, including the parasitic relationships some species maintain. Delving into the mechanisms involved in the metamorphosis of these insects, he elaborates on their reproductive methods, habitat preferences, and ecological roles within their environments. The opening sets a scholarly tone, rich with technical description, suggesting that readers should have some background in entomology to fully appreciate the depth of information presented. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QL: Science: Zoology
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| Subject |
Animals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72331 |
| Release Date |
Dec 5, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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