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Apple Snails in the Aquarium
Not only the apple snails (Pomacea, Ampullaria) but also many other interesting aquarium snail species are covered in this thoroughly researched and fact-filled book.

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Dragonflies
From the fossil record, which stretches back an astonishing 250 million years, to a discussion of the major human impacts that are threatening many of today's species to extinction, Steve Brooks takes you into the world of these fascinating insects.

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The Octopus's Garden

The life of an octopus is fast and furious; armed with eight sensitive tentacles, three hearts, blue blood, excellent eyesight and one of the best brains in the sea, its lifespan is often prematurely shortened.


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Photographing Insects
Given's classic work on photographing invertebrates. Apart form the use of digital cameras, nothing's really changed today - this is still an essential guide for students of entomology and zoology.

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The Preparation & Curation of Insects
Revised edition of a handbook explaining the methods and techniques used in preparation, curation and management of insects for collection.

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Spider Power VHS

Spiders are nature’s ultimate predators. Weaponry in the spider world is akin to the array of armaments used in modern warfare – spray guns, camouflage gear, traps and snares, chemical weapons and even ‘smart’ technology. Yet there is one difference: spiders take no prisoners.


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The Weta Book
Designed to aid the novice, student, or amateur to identify wetas in the field. Includes keys for quick identification, descriptions, and ecology and distribution information.

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Worlds Biggest Baddest Bugs!

New Zealand-based Dutch born entomologist Ruud Kleinpaste embarks on an entomological odyssey around the globe in search of the ultimate biggest and "baddest" creepy crawlies.


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