Böcker av George Williams Peckham

In this classic study, the authors provide a detailed account of the behavior and morphology of the jumping spiders of North America. Drawing on their extensive fieldwork and research, they describe the hunting, mating, and social behavior of these fascinating creatures, as well as their remarkable eyesight and sense of touch. With its detailed illustrations and scientific rigor, this book is an essential reference for anyone interested in the natural history of spiders.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Discover the fascinating world of solitary wasps with this vivid and engaging study by Elizabeth and George Peckham. Based on years of close observation and careful research, this book offers insights into the behavior, morphology, and ecology of these often-overlooked insects. With beautiful illustrations and a lively writing style, On the Instincts and Habits of the Solitary Wasps is an essential guide for entomologists, ecologists, and nature lovers alike.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Written in simple, clear language and profusely illustrated, this vintage book contains a wealth of timeless information pertaining to wasps, with chapters on their habits, habitat, enemies, society, species, uses, and much, much more. "Wasps Social and Solitary" is highly recommended for those with an interest in these fascinating insects, and it would make for a worthy addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Communal Life", "Ammophila and Her Caterpillars", "The Great Golden Digger", "Several Little Wasps", "Crabro", "An Island Settlement", "The Burrowers", "The Wood-Borers", "The Spider-Hunters", "The Enemies of the Grasshopper", "Workers in Clay", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with an introduction by John Burroughs and illustrations by James H. Emerton.