Dragonflies and Damselflies of the World: A Guide to Their Diversity
Dragonflies and Damselflies of the World: A Guide to Their Diversity
Dragonflies and Damselflies of the World: A Guide to Their Diversity
Description
Description
A richly illustrated guide to the incredible diversity of dragonflies and damselflies around the world
Airily dancing over rivers and ponds, the thousands of colorful dragonfly and damselfly species that cohabit our planet may seem of little importance. Few life-forms, however, convey the condition of the most limiting resource on land and life's most bountiful environment as well as they can: while the adults are exceptional aerial hunters, their nymphs are all confined to freshwater. Dragonflies and Damselflies of the World showcases their beauty and diversity while shedding light on how they evolved into the vital symbols of planetary health we celebrate today.- Features stunning color photos of hundreds of species
- Characterizes all families and major subgroups
- Explores how their unique features and behavior led to today's variety
- Shows how we contribute to their popularization and protection
About the Author
About the Author
Klaas-Douwe B. Dijkstra is one of the world's leading experts on dragonflies and damselflies and the author of guides for Europe, Africa, and Madagascar. As an independent researcher, his focus is on the group's global classification and African species diversity. He is an associate of Naturalis Biodiversity Center in the Netherlands and a member of the Freshwater Conservation Committee of the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"A must buy."---Bo Beolens, Fatbirder
"This volume is superbly illustrated. There are coloured photographs on every page, displaying dragonflies and damselflies in all their scintillating beauty."---David M. Gascoigne, Travels With Birds
"A well illustrated overview of the World's dragonflies and damselflies."---Ian Paulsen, The Birdbooker Report
"This magnificent volume is far more than just a field guide; it is a monumental work of scholarship and a testament to the author's deep passion and expertise. Dijkstra, a world-renowned odonatologist, has meticulously compiled an astonishing wealth of information, making this book an essential resource for anyone with an interest in these fascinating insects. The sheer scope of the project is breathtaking, covering every family and a vast number of genera from all corners of the globe."---David Albaugh, Dave the Bug Guy
"A deep-dive introduction to major groups of odonates. . . . [and] beautifully illustrated."---Donna Lynn Schulman, 10,000 Birds
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Princeton University Press
Pub date:
2025-08-05
Length:
256 pages
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