The Bees of the World
Author: Charles D. Michener
Publisher: JHU Press
Published: 2007-05-31
Total Pages: 972
ISBN-13: 0801885736
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Author: Charles D. Michener
Publisher: JHU Press
Published: 2007-05-31
Total Pages: 972
ISBN-13: 0801885736
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Author: Cristina Banfi
Publisher: White Star Kids
Published: 2018-03-08
Total Pages: 64
ISBN-13: 9788854412767
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Bees have always been friends to man, even way back in prehistoric times. They feed on nectar and pollen and transform them into honey, a delicious substance that besides being a tasty food, it's a key ingredient for many beauty products, and a synonym for pleasant and nourishing pampering. But the importance of bees goes far beyond this. These special insects play a role of primary importance in the pollination of flowers and plants, which are at the base of the food chain of a great many animals. This book gives you the chance to get to know them from up close, and to explore their fascinatingly complex society, showing you how everything is perfectly organized, from the cleanliness of the hive to its defence, from gathering nectar to caring for the larvae. The book pays special attention to the dangers these hard-working insects currently face due to pollution and harmful human behaviour that risk interfering heavily with the life of a species that ought to be defended at all costs! AGES: 6 plus AUTHOR: Cristina Banfi Graduate in Natural Sciences at the Universita degli Studi di Milano, she has taught in a number of scholastic institutes. She is a founding member of the Museum Didactic Association (ADM) and ADMaiora, working in the field of education in museums and exhibitions. For over 20 years she has worked in scientific communication and learning through play and boasts a vast editorial experience in both education and popularisation, in particular for children and young adults.
Author: Alison Benjamin
Publisher:
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781605981253
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →An investigation into the mysterious case of the vanishing honeybee.
Author: Emily Bone
Publisher: Look Inside
Published: 2021-04
Total Pages: 14
ISBN-13: 9781474983198
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A gorgeously illustrated flap book that gives a glimpse into the amazing and important world of bees. Why do bees have furry bodies? What happens inside a bee hive? How do bees know where to find flowers? Find out all about the amazing world of bees in this illustrated flap book for young children, with a focus on why bee are so important, and all the jobs they do that keep the planet healthy.
Author: Laurence Packer
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published: 2023-02-14
Total Pages: 241
ISBN-13: 069124734X
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A beautifully illustrated introduction to the incredible variety of bees from around the world When many people think of bees, they are likely to picture the western domesticated honey bee, insects that live in large, socially complex societies inside a hive with a single queen and thousands of workers. But this familiar bee is just one of more than 20,000 species of bees—and almost none of the others is anything like it. In Bees of the World, Laurence Packer, one of the world’s foremost experts on wild bees, celebrates the amazing diversity of bees—from size and appearance to nests and social organization. Providing clear, accurate accounts of the seven bee families, Bees of the World presents all the key information on generic characteristics, habits, and habitat, illustrated with incredible and often rare photographs that show bees in their natural habitats—foraging, nesting, raising their young, and more. The book reveals the secrets of these extraordinary insects as well as their importance in the global ecosystem and the ways humans can help protect them. Provides a richly illustrated exploration of bees from around the world Examines more than 100 genera of bees, giving a taste of the remarkable breadth of bee appearance and biology Explores bee anatomy, behavior, classification, evolution, life cycle, and habitats
Author: Charles Duncan Michener
Publisher: JHU Press
Published: 2000
Total Pages: 972
ISBN-13: 9780801861338
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →"It is a masterpiece, an instant classic of entomology." -- Edward O. Wilson "This definitive reference by an acclaimed expert accounts for 1200 genera/subgenera and 16,000 species of bees in the world... Useful guide for entomologists, biologists, botanists, ecologists, and students." -- Southeastern Naturalist
Author: Christopher O'Toole
Publisher: Facts on File
Published: 2004-01-01
Total Pages: 192
ISBN-13: 9780816057122
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The diversity of lifestyles, behaviors, and life cycles that bees possess is astounding, and Bees of the World is a well-rounded reference to these fascinating creatures. Presenting comprehensive coverage of bee species from around the world in an engaging format, this volume will delight readers and inform them about all aspects of the life of bees. The book first answers the question: What are bees? It then goes on to discuss the different families and distribution of bees. The expert authors also describe solitary bees - miners, masons, leaf-cutters, and carpenters - as well as social bees. Readers gain insight into the intricacies of bees' lives through the authoritative text, with special coverage of bees and their special relationship with flowers. The history of association between humans and bees, especially the honey bee Apis mellifera, is also addressed. Bees of the World is fully illustrated with detailed line illustrations and stunning color photographs, making it an ideal reference source for professional naturalists and amateurs alike.
Author: Sam Droege
Publisher: Voyageur Press
Published: 2015-04-25
Total Pages: 163
ISBN-13: 1627886966
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →While we eat, work, and sleep, bees are busy around the world. More than 20,000 species are in constant motion! They pollinate plants of all types and keep our natural world intact. In Bees, you'll find a new way to appreciate these tiny wonders. Sam Droege and Laurence Packer present more than 100 of the most eye-catching bees from around the world as you've never seen them: up-close and with stunning detail. You'll stare into alien-like faces. You'll get lost in mesmerizing colors and patterns, patches and stripes of arresting yellow or blue. Whether you linger on your first close look at the Western Domesticated Honey Bee or excitedly flip straight to the rare Dinagapostemon sicheli, there's no doubt you'll be blown away by the beauty of bees.
Author: Moira Butterfield
Publisher: Words & Pictures
Published: 2021-04-20
Total Pages: 50
ISBN-13: 0711260494
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Listen to tiny tales from Buzzwing the hardworking honeybee. Combining nonfiction with a splash of fantasy, The Secret Life of Bees is a book to get lost in, time and again.
Author: Jill Esbaum
Publisher: National Geographic Books
Published: 2017
Total Pages: 36
ISBN-13: 1426327137
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This picture book examines the bustling world of honeybees and the important role they play in our delicate ecosystem.