The Moths of the British Isles, Second Series / Comprising the Families Noctuidæ to Hepialidæ

Name: The Moths of the British Isles, Second Series / Comprising the Families Noctuidæ to Hepialidæ
Author: Richard South

By Richard South

Open in WeRead

Explore more books like this:

History - British Nature/Gardening/Animals Science - Biology

About This Book

This illustrated natural-history handbook surveys the larger moths found in Britain, supplying concise species accounts with coloured plates and life-history drawings. Each entry treats variation, diagnostic markings, larval and pupal stages, food plants, seasonal flight-times, and known local distribution, and notes changes in classification and nomenclature. The volume emphasizes field identification and collectors' records, reproduces photographs and expert drawings, and deliberately excludes the smaller micro-Lepidoptera for separate treatment.

About the Author

Richard South

Richard South was a notable British entomologist and author, recognized for his contributions to the study of Lepidoptera, particularly butterflies and moths. His works, including "The Butterflies of the British Isles" and the two-volume "The Moths of the British Isles," provide comprehensive insights into the identification and classification of these insects. South's meticulous observations and detailed illustrations have made his publications valuable resources for both amateur and professional entomologists. His dedication to the field has left a lasting impact on the understanding of British lepidopteran fauna.