Publisher's Synopsis
Over 2,000 of the most commonly observed and most distinctive insect species of Britain and western Europe,from all orders and most families, are illustrated in this essentialpocket guide. The text summarises key identification points, andintroductory sections for each group covered give useful guidelines onthe characteristics of the orders, families and genera covered. This isthe most comprehensive guide available on the insects of this regionand will be of great use to all naturalists with an interest in insect life.