Bees: An Identification and Native Plant Forage Guide - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0991356357 ISBN 13: 9780991356355

Inhaltsangabe

BEE IDENTIFICATION SECTION

A comprehensive guide illustrating the bees that occur in north-central and eastern United States and southern Canada ​In-depth profiles of 27 bee genera covering the life cycles, habitats, diet, foraging behaviors, crops pollinated, plant specializations, nesting lifestyles, seasonality, and preferred native forage plants 12 additional summary profiles for uncommon genera
PLANT SECTION: WHAT TO PLANT FOR BEES


Comprehensive profiles of approximately 100 native trees, shrubs, and perennials for the Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northeast regions including insect and bird visitation information and bee specializations ​Over 1500 stunning photographs, detailed descriptions, and accessible science​ This well-illustrated guide captures the beauty, diversity, and engaging world of bees that occur in north-central and eastern United States and southern Canada, and the native plants that support them. Superbly designed and organized, this is an indispensable source of information with extensive profiles for twenty-seven bee genera, plus twelve summary profiles for uncommon genera, and approximately one hundred native trees, shrubs, and perennials for the Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northeast regions. With over 1500 stunning photographs, detailed descriptions, and accessible science, environmental educator and research assistant Heather Holm brings to light captivating information about bees' life cycles, habitats, diet, foraging behaviors, crops pollinated, nesting lifestyles, seasonality, and preferred native forage plants.

Bees are a singularly fascinating group of insects and this book makes it possible to observe, attract, and support them in their natural setting or in one's own garden. Not only does this guide assist the reader with bee identification in the field or by photo, it also notes microscopic features for the advanced user.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0991356357
• ISBN 13: 9780991356355
• Einband: Taschenbuch
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