Entomology

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Peter Eeles

The first book to focus solely on those butterfly species regarded as extinctions, rare migrants or introductions. There are 59 butterfly species that are considered resident or regular migrants to Britain and Ireland, yet there are another  63 whose story deserves to be told. Includes the history of each extinct species and any reintroduction attempts.

Paul Kirkland

Scotland is an exciting place for butterfly-watching and this richly illustrated book provides details of the lifecycles, habitats, ecology and distribution of Scotland's butterflies. Numerous anecdotes illustrate the pleasure to be gained from watching common butterflies on the thrill of discovering scarce ones. The book alse covers where to see them, gardening for butterflies, and climate change. 

Michael Easterbrook, John Bangay, Peter Kirby and Peter Riley

Situated in the relatively hot and dry SE corner of England, Kent provides ideal conditions and a range of habitats for butterflies - from chalk grassland to ancient woodland. It is also perfectly positioned for the arrival of migrant butterflies from Europe. The book  describes all the species that occur in the area and the best places to see them.

This book is about flowers, their pollinators and the pollination crisis. The book recommends over 100 flowers that are good for pollinators

The book describes Cornwall's 37 resident and regular migrant butterflies plus the best places to see butterflies in Cornwall. Butterflies of the Isles of Scilly are also mentioned. 

The Bumblebee Book offers an easy introduction for those new to bumblebees and also provides the more experienced naturalist with a wealth of information about their fascinating lives.

This is the first-ever book on the moths of the West Midlands covering all of the macro moths in the region (over 600 species) and many of the micro-moths regularly recorded. 

 This book helps you take your first steps with the dragonflies and damselflies of Britain and Ireland and enables you to confidently identify most of the species that you initially encounter.