Exploring Nature: Butterflies & Moths

Beautiful, swift and graceful, butterflies and moths are a source of wonder and amazement. This book provides a thrilling insight into every stage of these creatures’ lives. Find out why and how each phase occurs and what the insect must do to survive and develop. Close-up photographs allow you to see how a caterpillar hooks itself on to a stem, and the scales and intricate patterns on a butterfly’s wing. Myth boxes explore popular stories associated with these enchanting insects, while Did You Know? features provide additional fun facts. . Covers all aspects of butterfly and moth life, packed with amazing-but-true information . Close-up images from renowned wildlife photographers capture all the exquisite details of these creatures . See examples from all over the world, from the Japanese silk moth to the Indian moon moth . Photographic features zoom in on particular species or abilities, such as flight and metamorphosis . Follow the life cycle from tiny egg and hungry caterpillar to pupa and perfect insect . An exciting and accessible reference book for home or school use for 8- to 12-year-olds An imprint of Anness Publishing Ltd. www.annesspublishing.com; [email protected] Armadillo