The Pocket Guide to Ladybirds in Britain and Ireland

A handy reference that can easily be used in the field and that concentrates on finding and identifying the ladybirds of Britain and Ireland

The Pocket Guide to Ladybirds in Britain and Ireland is a photo-based identification guide to the so-called conspicuous ladybirds. This A6 Booklet concentrates on providing photographs, sometimes with key features highlighted, of the adults in their various forms. The most variable species are given unique coverage that systemises their variations to aid identification. Brief text gives other important details and highlights the main facts. Late instar larvae and pupae are also covered, and this guide uses a simple referencing system that is fully explained to specify the identifying features of each late larva and pupa, making it easy to determine them.

Features:
– Field guide to our 27 conspicuous ladybirds in a handy A6-size format
– Focuses on finding and identifying our ladybirds with many useful tips
– Covers late instar larvae and pupae
– Text and over 300 photographs highlight key identification features
– Provided with distribution maps and phenology charts for every species
– Includes sections on morphology, life cycle, recording and more
– Comparison charts for similar-looking species
– Variation galleries for the more variable species