British Butterflies And Moths - Henry Tibbatts Stainton - Bog

British Butterflies and Moths: An Introduction to the Study of Our Native Lepidoptera, written by Henry Tibbatts Stainton and published in 1867, is a comprehensive guide to the butterflies and moths of Britain. This book provides detailed descriptions of over 500 species of butterflies and moths found in the British Isles, including their physical characteristics, habitats, and behaviors. The author also includes information on the life cycle of these insects, as well as their natural history and distribution. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part covering butterflies and the second part covering moths. Each section begins with a general introduction to the group, followed by a detailed description of each species. The descriptions include information on the size, coloration, markings, and other physical characteristics of the insects, as well as their habitat preferences and feeding habits. In addition to the descriptions, Stainton provides numerous illustrations of the butterflies and moths, as well as their larvae and pupae. The illustrations are detailed and accurate, making it easy to identify the different species. Overall, British Butterflies and Moths: An Introduction to the Study of Our Native Lepidoptera is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the butterflies and moths of Britain. It is a classic work of entomology that remains relevant and useful to this day.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.