Daly and Doyen's Introduction to Insect Biology and Diversity

Written for students who have completed an introductory course in biology, the third edition of Daly and Doyen's Introduction to Insect Biology and Diversity presents the ideal balance of basic biological principles and in-depth treatment of insect classification, including keys for identifying more than four hundred families.

NEW TO THIS EDITION:

-The latest research on the genetics, development, physiology, evolution, phylogeny, and systematics of insects

-Three new chapters: "Medical and Veterinary Entomology," "Insects and Conservation," and "The Study of Classification"

-Relevant real-world applications that better meet the needs and interests of life science students from a wide variety of majors

-A new thematic discussion of evolution running throughout the text

-A full-color quick reference guide to insect classification and external morphology

James Whitfield, of the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, joins as a new co-author, bringing a wealth of expertise on molecular analysis relating to development and systematics.