New Zealand Moths and Butterflies (Macro-Lepidoptera)

Name: New Zealand Moths and Butterflies (Macro-Lepidoptera)
Author: G. V. Hudson

By G. V. Hudson

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The work is a practical field and reference guide to New Zealand's larger moths and butterflies, opening with accessible explanations of life stages, anatomy, metamorphosis, and feeding structures, followed by discussion of Darwinian ideas and modern classification. It offers group-by-group accounts with species descriptions, notes on rearing larvae, habits, localities, host plants, and illustrations, and includes a botanical appendix and indexes to aid collectors and students. Coverage is mainly of macro-lepidoptera, with microlepidoptera deferred for future treatment.

About the Author

G. V. Hudson

G. V. Hudson was a notable entomologist from New Zealand, recognized for his contributions to the study of the region's insect life. His works, particularly "An Elementary Manual of New Zealand Entomology" and "New Zealand Moths and Butterflies (Macro-Lepidoptera)," provide valuable insights into the diverse species found in New Zealand. Hudson's meticulous research and detailed illustrations have made his publications essential resources for both amateur and professional entomologists. His dedication to documenting the unique Lepidoptera of New Zealand has left a lasting impact on the field of entomology.