Field Guide to Grasshoppers, Katydids, and Crickets of the United States
Field Guide to Grasshoppers, Katydids, and Crickets of the United States is an illustrated reference for identifying Orthoptera and learning about their biology and ecology. It profiles 206 species in colour, with distribution maps and selected black-and-white drawings for harder identifications.
At a glance
- Profiles cover distribution, identification, ecology and similar species.
- Distribution maps accompany each species profile.
- Black-and-white drawings call out distinguishing traits for some difficult-to-identify species.
- Sonograms depict insect sounds. The listing points readers to an external website to hear them.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines identification guidance with natural-history and ecological context.
- Colour images and distribution maps can help compare species across the covered regions.
- Designed for amateur naturalists, students and professional biologists.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Publisher | Comstock Publishing Associates |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Dec 22 2004 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 280 pages |
| Reading age | 18 years and up |
| Species pictured in colour | 206 species |
|---|---|
| Species coverage | More than a third of the species found in the United States and Canada |
| Weight listed | 544 g |
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| Dimensions | 15.54 x 2.54 x 23.5 cm |
| ISBN-10 | 0801489482 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-0801489488 |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
Coverage is selective rather than exhaustive, treating more than a third of species found in the United States and Canada. The listing does not specify which species are omitted.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Naturalists looking to identify local grasshoppers, katydids and crickets.
- Students using an insect or natural-history reference for coursework or field activities.
- Biologists seeking a reference for identifying invertebrates.
Less suited to
- Readers who need an exhaustive guide to every Orthoptera species in the United States and Canada.
- Buyers who require audio recordings included with the book. The listing describes sonograms and points to a website for sound.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as informative and useful for natural-history reference. Opinions on the illustrations are mixed, with some finding them attractive and others wanting more sketched images. That difference may matter to buyers who rely on drawings for field identification. Aggregate ratings lean positive, but do not establish that every reader had the same experience.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the book as informative and a useful addition to a reference library.
Mixed feedback
- Feedback on the illustrations is divided, including comments that there are few sketched images.
Frequently asked questions
Does this guide cover every species in the United States and Canada?
No. The listing says it treats more than a third of the species found in those countries.
What identification aids are included?
The description lists an illustrated identification guide, colour images of 206 species, distribution maps for profiles, selected black-and-white drawings and sonograms.
Are insect sounds provided as audio in the book?
The listing describes sonograms and says the sounds may be heard on an external website. It does not claim that audio recordings are included.
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