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Book

12 insects back from the brink

Call Number

  • J 595.7 BELL (CEN)

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Publication Information

North Mankato, MN : 12-Story Library, an imprint of Peterson Publishing Company, c2015.

Physical Description

32 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cm.

Summary

This book shares the survival stories of endangered species that have made a comeback. Learn about the human and natural factors that drove each species to the edge of extinction, and find out what helped them survive and thrive.

Contents

  • Cape Bluet Damselfly
  • Northeastern Beach Tiger Beetle
  • Middle Island Tusked Weta
  • Karner Blue Butterfly
  • American Burying Beetle
  • Field Cricket
  • Lord Howe Island Stick Insect
  • Taylor's Checkerspot Butterfly
  • Hine's Emerald Dragonfly
  • Streaked Bombardier Beetle
  • Heath Fritillary Butterfly
  • Atala Butterfly
  • Fact sheet
  • Glossary
  • For more information
  • Index
  • About the author.

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