Butterflies: A Complete Guide to Their Biology and Behavior

by Dick Vane-Wright

Butterflies immediately catch our attention with their beautiful wing patterns and colors. They exemplify metamorphosis with the creeping caterpillar transforming into a soaring butterfly. They have also come to be creatures of science, revealing much to biologists about evolution and the ecological processes and historical accidents that have generated the diversity of life on Earth. In Butterflies , Dick Vane-Wright provides a complete introduction to the biology, natural history, and classification of this major group. Using examples from around the world and eye-catching photographs, he explores what it means to be a butterfly, from how the yellow birdwing finds a mate to why the African gaudy commodores produce adults of different colors.

Genres: Biology, Nonfiction

128 pages, Paperback

First published May 26, 2015

Reviews

[Chenxia Liu · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great overview of butterfly behavior and interesting facts. I learned so much about their behaviors, especially ways that they trick other insects, or co-evolution with plants. Fascinating, approachable book, with gorgeous photos and great explanations.

[Mikey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Never thought a book on Butterflies would be this interesting... after nearly 5 decades I still have a LOT to learn it seems 😁

[Sonja · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved it! I am a big butterfly fan! The pictures and information were great!