The romance of insect life

Name: The romance of insect life
Author: Edmund Selous

By Edmund Selous

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A lively, anecdotal natural-history survey of insects that ranges across social species, parasites, and remarkable behaviors. The author describes nest architecture and communication in ants and termites, soldier and worker roles, and swarming and colony foundation; examines parasitic and predatory relationships including flies that attack other insects and parasitoids; discusses mass movements and songs of locusts, cicadas, and other orthopterans; treats mutualisms such as aphids tended by ants and insect cattle practices; and illustrates mimicry, defensive strategies, and life-cycle curiosities with accessible observations and illustrative vignettes.

About the Author

Edmund Selous

Edmund Selous was an English naturalist and author, celebrated for his contributions to literature on wildlife and nature. His works often reflect a deep appreciation for birds and their habitats, as seen in titles like "Bird Watching" and "Beautiful Birds." Selous's writings not only provide insights into avian life but also explore broader themes of the natural world, as demonstrated in "The Romance of Insect Life" and "The Romance of the Animal World." His engaging style and keen observations have made him a notable figure in the realm of nature writing, appealing to both enthusiasts and casual readers alike.