Caterpillars in the Field & Garden

Finally, a great resource for every naturalist and any gardener who wants to know what butterflies the caterpillars they see will become. The first comprehensive field guide to butterfly caterpillars, this book does not disappoint. The authors were thoughtful enough to include a butterfly picture on each plate. Over 900 color photographs of caterpillars, including a 'primer' on some of the more showy moth caterpillars. Although there is no key, there is an introduction to the general characteristics of caterpillars in each family. Includes information on butterfly gardening, too.

Paper; 224 pages; 496 halftones & 413 maps; 5-1/2 x 8-1/4 inches; May 2005.