Insects, and their close relatives, the arachnids, centipedes, millipedes and woodlice, make ideal material for study by the recreational microscopist. Moreover for the entomologist, the addition of the use of the microscope to their tool kit adds a whole new dimension to their study, revealing in finest detail the appearance and structure of these tiny creatures. This book reveals the basics of insect microscopy, explaining what equipment is needed and how to get the best out of it. Topics covered include insects and their relatives; trapping insects for study; dissection, slide mounting publishing your work.

Features and reviews in InFocus magazine of Royal Microscopical Society, Antenna, Journal of the Royal Entomological Society and the British Entomological & Natural History Society Journal. Reviews in The Entomologist's Monthly Magazine and Micscape magazine of Microscopy UK.

About the Author
Author Andrew Chick has been fascinated by the insect world since childhood. He holds a BSc in Environmental Biology, and MSc in Forensic Science and is currently working towards a PhD in Forensic Entomology. He is a Fellow of the Royal Entomological Society and enjoys field work and species identification.


Book Information
ISBN 9781785002014
Author Andrew Chick
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint The Crowood Press Ltd
Publisher The Crowood Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 364g
Dimensions(mm) 246mm * 189mm * 10mm