|
A beginning entomologist soon learns the value of additional reference books. The next book recommended for most entomologists is: Gibb, T. J. and C. Y. Oseto. 2006. Arthropod Collection and Identification-Laboratory and Field Techniques. 311 pp. New York, Elsevier/Academic Press. This text builds upon the principles introduced in this book and goes into greater detail in collecting, labeling and preserving insects and mites.
An Introduction to the Study of Insects, listed below, is recommended for family level identification. The other books referenced here are valuable companion field guides. Many other reference books are also available.
- Arnett, Ross H. and Richard L. Jacques, Jr.. 1981. Guide to Insects, 511 pp. New York, Simon and Schuster.
- Borror, D.J. and R.E. White. 1970. A Field Guide to the Insects of America North of Mexico, 404 pp. Boston, Houghton Mifflin Co.
- Borror, D.J., C.A. Triplehorn, and N. F. Johnson. 1989. An Introduction to the Study of Insects, 875 pp. Philadelphia, Sanders College Publishing.
- Fichter, G.S. and H.S. Zim. 1966. Insect Pests, 160 pp. New York, Golden Press.
- Gibb, T. J. and C. Y. Oseto. 2006. Arthropod Collection and Identification-Laboratory and Field Techniques. 311 pp. New York, Elsevier/Academic Press.
- Jacques, H.E. 1987. How to Know Insects, 205 pp. Dubuque, Iowa, William C. Brown Co.
- Mitchell, R.T. and H.S. Zim. 1964. Butterflies and Moths, 160 pp. New York, Golden Press.
- Shull, Ernest M.. 1972. Butterflies of Indiana, 262 pp. Indiana Academy of Science.
- Zim, H.S. and C. Cottam. 1956. Insects, 160 pp. New York, Golden Press.
|
