The Butterflies of Hong Kong (A Volume in the AP Natural World Series)
Editorial Reviews
M. Gochfeld in CHOICE, December 1999
"The book provides a detailed ecological and biogeographic discussion of Hong Kong and the surrounding area of southern China; description of the butterfly fauna and habitats; and a superbly illustrated and detailed biology of butterflies -- one of the most comprehensive this reviewer has ever seen. The bulk of the text covers species accounts including detailed description, range, status in south China, habitats, and behavior. Immature stages are described in excellent detail. High-quality line drawings and photomicrographs illustrate particular features useful for identification of closely related species. Most spectacular are the 137 color plates of eggs, caterpillars, and chrysalids, with the entire life cycle illustrated for many species. In addition to being beautifully laid out, it is obvious that a great deal of thought went into the planning of the book and its contents. A model for regional faunal works."
John Stanley in BULLETIN OF THE BRITISH ECOLOGICAL SOCIETY, 1999
"It is difficult to imagine a more thorough and comprehensive work within a single cover. ...it is an object lesson in how a high quality comprehensive monograph can be produced. Starting with acid-free paper, the publishers have done justice to the excellently drawn diagrams, crisp SEM pictures and superb color photographs which illustrate the text. The photographs themselves are not just technically superior, relevant and informative, they are works of art in their own right, composed with obvious skill and care. This must have been a labor of love.
In short, this is clearly a standard reference work with the rare quality to inspire as well as to inform. The three authors have collectively devoted over 60 years to this work and they should feel very satisfied with the result."
The Butterflies of Hong Kong (A Volume in the AP Natural World Series)
The Butterflies of Hong Kong (A Volume in the AP Natural World Series),Mike Bascombe,Gweneth Johnston,Frieda Bascombe,Princeton University Press,0120802902,Butterflies,Butterflies & Moths,China,Hong Kong,Identification,Lepidoptera,Life Sciences - Ecology,Life Sciences - Zoology - Entomology,Nature,Nature/Ecology,Biological Sciences,Birds and Natural History,Nature / Butterflies
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