Bibliograph

Sensational butterflies, Ben Rothery

Type

Label

Sensational butterflies, Ben Rothery

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Sensational butterflies

Oclc number

1141502464

Responsibility statement

Ben Rothery

Summary

"Butterflies and moths are some of the most amazing creatures in nature. Around 180,000 different kinds--in all shapes, sizes and colors--can be found across the globe. Natural-history illustrator Ben Rothery curates his selection of the most stunning examples in this collection for all ages. From the popular monarch to the striking blue morpho, discover what makes butterflies and moths truly sensational"--, Back cover

Table Of Contents

What is a butterfly or moth? -- The life cycle -- Caterpillars -- Swallowtails -- How do butterflies and moths see? -- Why are a butterfly's wings so colourful? -- Gossamer-winged butterflies -- The life of an adult butterfly -- Brush-footed or four-footed butterflies -- Skippers -- Whites -- How do caterpillars and butterflies eat? -- Metalmarks -- American moth-butterflies -- Camouflage, mimicry and display -- Moths -- The future

Target audience

juvenile

Classification