| Author | Vladimír Štrunc |
| Language | English |
| ISBN | 9788090798045 |
| Publisher | PhotoMusic s.r.o. |
| Pages | 346 |
| Size | 170 x 230mm |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Images | Colour images |
| Year published | 2024 |
Tiger beetles are among those predatory insects that captivate thousands worldwide – their allure irresistible to photographers and nature observers alike. Embark on this remarkable exploration today and uncover the hidden wonders of these extraordinary insect predators!
Tiger Beetles of Africa Vol. 1 is unique pictorial guide that aims to introduce these predators of the insect world to all nature lovers. This book introduces tiger beetles in the Afrotropical region – the area of Africa, Madagascar and adjacent islands.
Tiger Beetles of Africa Vol. 1 will help you get acquainted with 43 genera / 36 subgenera and approximately 300 species/subspecies of the family Cicindelidae of the Afrotropical region. Illustrations of some species have never been published before. The book offers a comprehensive list of all species living in Africa in the introduction, carefully structured according to Jürgen Wiesner’s expert classifications. (Checklist of the Tiger Beetles of the World, 2nd Edition. December 2020).
One or more representative species of each genus and subgenus are illustrated in Tiger Beetles of Africa Vol. 1 with large photographs, accompanied by information on sex, size, place of origin and a map of the countries of distribution. Trapping locations and species determination by a specialist are also included. You’ll find invaluable information on sex, size, place of origin, rarity and distribution maps for each fascinating creature.
This book is a rich source for identification. Its topicality and diverse range of species make it a valuable resource for researchers, professional and amateur entomologists.
