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Synopsis Of American Wasps: Solitary Wasps (1875)

Synopsis Of American Wasps: Solitary Wasps (1875)

de Saussure, Henri

Hardcover

20th Century United States HistoryFiction AnthologiesUnited States Politics

ISBN10: 1437269036
ISBN13: 9781437269031
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Oct 27 2008
Pages: 436
Weight: 1.78
Height: 1.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Synopsis Of American Wasps: Solitary Wasps (1875) is a book written by Henri de Saussure, a Swiss entomologist and one of the most prominent researchers of his time. The book is a comprehensive study of solitary wasps found in America, covering their taxonomy, morphology, behavior, and ecology.De Saussure's work is based on extensive field observations and laboratory experiments, and the book includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of the different species of solitary wasps found in America. The author also discusses the social behavior of these insects, their nest-building habits, and their prey-capturing strategies.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a specific aspect of solitary wasp biology. The first chapter provides an overview of the taxonomy and classification of solitary wasps, while the second chapter describes their morphology and anatomy. The third chapter covers their behavior and ecology, including their mating habits and foraging strategies.The remaining chapters of the book focus on specific groups of solitary wasps, such as the potter wasps, the spider wasps, and the mud daubers. De Saussure provides detailed descriptions of each group, including their physical characteristics, nesting habits, and prey preferences.Overall, Synopsis Of American Wasps: Solitary Wasps (1875) is an important contribution to the field of entomology, providing a detailed and comprehensive study of one of the most fascinating groups of insects found in America. The book remains a valuable resource for researchers and enthusiasts interested in the biology and behavior of solitary wasps.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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