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An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles
by Arthur V. Evans ; Charles L. Bellamy
ISBN: 0520223233
ISBN-13: 9780520223233
Format: Paperback
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Summary
Some scientists have claimed that if all the beetles in a given environment were to disappear, that ecosystem would collapse and die. This title illustrates the factual basis of this suggestion and the absolutely essential role these animals play in the dynamics of nearly every ecosystem on Earth.
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"About as creepy as a Tiffany window or a Faberge egg, the subjects of this sumptuous volume defy the expectations of the squeamish." -- Polly Shulman
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Publisher: Univ of California Pr
Published date: 2000
Size: 9.75 x 11.25 inches
Weight: 2.1 pounds
Pages: 208
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An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles (Qty: 2)
Arthur V. Evans
University of California Press, 2000-02-10. 1. Paperback. Like New. May be shiny, in some instances dust jackets are not included, no missing pages, no damage to binding, may have a remainder mark. ( more information)
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An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles
Evans, Arthur V.; Bellamy, Charles L.; Bellamy, C. L
Berkeley: Univ of California Pr, 2000. 208pp. Extremities lightly rubbed. Illus.; biblio.; index.. Paperback. VG. ( more information)
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An Inordinate Fondness for Beetles
Arthur V. Evans, Charles L. Bellamy, Lisa Charles Watson, C. L. Bellamy
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UNIVERSITY PRESSES OF CALIFORNIA, COLUMBIA AND PRINCETON, 2000. NEW ED. Brand new. A reference guide to beetles, this text provides a look at these poorly understood creatures and highlights the absolutely essential role they play in the dynamics of nearly every terrestrial ecosystem on Earth. It also demonstrates the amazing aesthetics ( more information)
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