by Robert G. Foottit (Editor), Peter H. Adler (Editor)
Volume Two of the new guide to the study of biodiversity in insects
Volume Two of Insect Biodiversity: Science and Society
presents an entirely new, companion volume of a comprehensive resource
for the most current research on the influence insects have on humankind
and on our endangered environment. With contributions from leading
researchers and scholars on the topic, the text explores relevant topics
including biodiversity in different habitats and regions, taxonomic
groups, and perspectives.
Volume Two offers coverage of insect
biodiversity in regional settings, such as the Arctic and Asia, and in
particular habitats including crops, caves, and islands. The authors
also include information on historical, cultural, technical, and
climatic perspectives of insect biodiversity.
This book explores
the wide variety of insect species and their evolutionary relationships.
Case studies offer assessments on how insect biodiversity can help meet
the needs of a rapidly expanding human population, and examine the
consequences that an increased loss of insect species will have on the
world. This important text:
- Offers the most up-to-date information on the important topic of insect biodiversity
- Explores vital topics such as the impact on insect biodiversity through habitat loss and degradation and climate change
- With its companion Volume I, presents current information on the biodiversity of all insect orders
- Contains reviews of insect biodiversity in culture and art, in the fossil record, and in agricultural systems
- Includes scientific approaches and methods for the study of insect biodiversity
The
book offers scientists, academics, professionals, and students a guide
for a better understanding of the biology and ecology of insects,
highlighting the need to sustainably manage ecosystems in an
ever-changing global environment.
