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Butterflies and Moths

This Golden Guide from St. Martin's Press illustrates in full color 423 of the most common, widespread, important, or unusual North American species of Lepidoptera. Information includes:

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How to identify butterflies and moths

How to attract, rear and preserve them for study

How to assist these fascinating insects in their struggle for survival

Plus range maps, a special emphasis on immature forms, and an inde of scientific names.

Themes
nature
Setting
North America
Audience
adult
Length
short · 160 pages

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