Butterflies Worth Knowing by Clarence Moores Weed
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"Butterflies Worth Knowing" by Clarence Moores Weed is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book investigates the diverse butterfly species found in eastern North America, focusing on their life histories and ecological interactions. It serves as an educational tool for nature enthusiasts and students interested in the biology and behaviors of butterflies. The opening of the book begins with a preface that outlines the author's intention to explore
the prominent butterflies of the region while acknowledging the contributions of past butterfly researchers. Weed emphasizes the importance of observation and study in understanding these beautiful insects, which are described as captivating due to their delicate structure and vibrant colors. In the introduction, the author elaborates on key anatomical features of butterflies and their life cycle, detailing the transformations from egg to caterpillar to chrysalis and finally to adult butterfly. This sets a foundational understanding that will be expanded upon in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Weed, Clarence Moores, 1864-1947 |
|---|---|
| Title | Butterflies Worth Knowing |
| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Tom Cosmas and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Butterflies -- North America |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 37009 |
| Release Date | Aug 8, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 791 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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