Describes the behavior and relationship of insects that live in colonies--ants, termites, bees, and wasps.

An introduction to insect societies and how they work together.

Describes the behavior and relationship of insects that live in colonies--ants, termites, bees, and wasps.

A series that helps to answer some of the most fascinating questions about the natural world, showing how nature works in all its amazing aspects. Full-colour photographs, artwork and diagrams provide clear information about life processes that can often seem bewildering. How Insects Work Together looks at different social insects including ants and bees, and describes how they team up to accomplish complex tasks.

Dr. Timothy Schowalter has succeeded in creating a unique, updated treatment of insect ecology. This revised and expanded text looks at how insects adapt to environmental conditions while maintaining the ability to substantially alter their environment. It covers a range of topics- from individual insects that respond to local changes in the environment and affect resource distribution, to entire insect communities that have the capacity to modify ecosystem conditions.Insect Ecology, Second Edition, synthesizes the latest research in the field and has been produced in full color throughout. It is ideal for students in both entomology and ecology-focused programs.NEW TO THIS EDITION:* New topics such as elemental defense by plants, chaotic models, molecular methods to measure disperson, food web relationships, and more* Expanded sections on plant defenses, insect learning, evolutionary tradeoffs, conservation biology and more* Includes more than 350 new references* More than 40 new full-color figures

An examination of the characteristics, habitat and behavior of insects, including comprehensive picture keys for insect identification.

Presents an introduction to ants, termites, bees, and wasps, discussing their life cycles, feeding habits, defense mechanisms, and impact on the environment.