Dr. Eugenie Regan Knihy

Irish Butterflies and Insects is an attractive introduction to the fascinating hidden world of Ireland's littlest animals. They are the most abundant and diverse animals in Ireland yet are often an overlooked part of Irish fauna. Here are some of the most commonly encountered species complete with full-colour detailed illustrations to aid identification. Creatures profiled are dragonflies butterflies and moths beetles grasshoppers bees ants and a few less-liked species as well such as fleas and wasps. This book is perfect field guide for anyone out and about who wants to know just what they have spotted. A wonderful introduction to this fascinating subject.

Over 11,000 species of insects occur in Ireland but most are very small and escape notice. Identifying them accurately can be difficult or impossible. This comprehensive compact guide to over 120 of Ireland’s most popular insects includes all Irish species of butterflies, bumblebees, dragonflies, ladybirds, grasshoppers and shield bugs. All are illustrated in colour with clear descriptions enabling accurate identification.