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REGIONAL NATIVE PLANT LISTS FOR WASPS
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The BUZZ ABOUT WASPSWINNER OF SEVEN BOOK AWARDSreviews of wasps
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WASPS is the first full-color, illustrated guide featuring approximately 150 species of flower-visiting wasps, and the specific native plants and habitat each species depends upon. Written with an ecological lens, this richly-illustrated book details wasp diversity and has full-page profiles for each wasp species that include identification tips, geographic range maps, biology, prey, natural history and habitat.
Five introductory chapters cover wasp taxonomy, nesting biology, prey-hunting behaviors, diet, anatomy, as well as wasp habitat enhancement and management, and the ecosystem services provided by wasps—insect pest population control and pollination. Profiles of each wasp species comprise the major part of the book and are organized by family, showcasing twelve families and sixty-eight wasp genera. Also included are eastern North American regional native plant guides, tips on wasp observation, and over 1000 stunning photographs. This is an essential book for conservationists, naturalists, insect enthusiasts, biologists, nature photographers, native plant aficionados, and anyone interested in beneficial insects and pollinators. |
BOOK AWARDSBees: An identification and native plant forage guide
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SUPPORT NATIVE BEE RESEARCH
For every book purchased, one dollar is donated to the University of Minnesota Wild Bee Squad to support native bee research. Purchase online
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POLLINATOR WALKSSchedule an interactive pollinator walk.
Participants gently catch and release insects providing an opportunity to see the insects up close while I discuss their biology and preferred native plants. More information ... |
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