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Readers are invited on a captivating journey through insect behavior, migration, fascinating protection mechanisms, folklore, history, and literature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the story of the gnat, whose wings beat one thousand times per second; the glowworm, who has captured the power of light; and the sacred scarab beetle, worshipped in Egypt thousands of years ago.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIllustrated with stunning photographs and works of art, showcasing the colors, textures, and strange and unique features of these fascinating creatures, this collection is a celebration of insects and their special place in our ecosystems and culture.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44583246626994,"sku":"9781849947947","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781849947947_b332f9e4-186f-4fa5-9040-ad98eaee1277.jpg?v=1786029094"},{"product_id":"9781849947954","title":"A Year of Garden Bees \u0026 Bugs","description":"\u003cb\u003eA fascinating journey into the secret life of   insects, with QR codes to video and audio to bring the creatures to life.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJust as birds have yearly rhythms, so do insects, bees, beetles, and butterflies. Wildlife experts Dominic Couzens and Gail Ashton discover 52 minibeasts from around the world, every week of the year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey tell the story of what is happening week-by-week in the insect world, in our own backyards, and just outside our patio doors. We delve into the world of the lethal Sydney funnel-web spider in Australian gardens, the migratory mission of the Monarch butterfly in America, and the life of the backdoor scorpions in South Africa. Among the seasonal behavior, the authors have woven history and folkloric tales.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese brilliant stories are complemented by wonderful, commissioned illustrations that bring out the beauty of the entomological world. A QR code for each entry takes you to a video or audio file to further explore the habits of these intriguing creatures. 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