Besides being a world-famous game-viewing destination, the Kruger National Park is home to an incredible diversity of bugs, beetles, butterflies, spiders, scorpions and other creepy-crawlies. This richly illustrated, beginner-friendly guide is ideal for the casual visitor keen to identify and learn more about the Park's smaller inhabitants. Find out what happens inside a termite mound, how ladybirds protect themselves from predators, and why dung beetles race to fresh dung pats. Aimed at the popular market, this book: Spans 30 groups, including moths, beetles, wasps, crickets and spiders, and features over 200 commonly encountered species. Contains vivid photographs of Kruger's most interesting and attractive critters. Unpacks noteworthy behaviours and biology. Introduces key concepts, such as mimicry, cryptic coloration, metamorphosis, parasitism and pollination. Includes bug-watching and photography tips for beginners. Sales points: User-friendly guide packed with full-colour images. Interesting facts described in simple terms. Author has extensive field experience. Targets a well-established market.

About the Author
Joan Young has lived and worked in the African bush for 37 years, spending nearly two decades as a tour guide and environmental educator in the Kruger National Park. She is passionate about sharing extraordinary wildlife facts with visitors, and has escorted countless tourists, photographers and researchers on safaris and night drives.


Book Information
ISBN 9781775848219
Author Joan Young
Format Paperback
Page Count 176
Imprint Struik Nature
Publisher Penguin Random House South Africa