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Freshwater Macroinvertebrates of Northeastern North America,Used
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A guide to the identification of insects and other macroinvertebrates found in bodies of freshwater in northeastern North America. Essentially a collection of regional taxonomic keys, it covers the aquatic and semiaquatic life stages of insects as well as freshwater crustaceans, mites, mollusks, oligochaetes, and leeches. Each chapter begins with a brief natural history of the taxon and a discussion of collection and preservation techniques. Following is a checklist of the families and genera, or in the noninsect chapters higher taxa, of the animals included in the key. Most of the chapter is devoted to the a series of concise couplets, well illustrated with many diagnostic drawings. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main purpose of 'Freshwater Macroinvertebrates of Northeastern North America'? A: The book serves as a guide for identifying insects and other macroinvertebrates found in freshwater bodies in northeastern North America.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Barbara L. Peckarsky.
- Q: What types of organisms does this guide cover? A: It covers aquatic and semiaquatic life stages of insects, as well as freshwater crustaceans, mites, mollusks, oligochaetes, and leeches.
- Q: How is the book structured? A: Each chapter begins with a natural history overview of the taxon, followed by collection and preservation techniques, a checklist of families and genera, and a key for identification.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in freshwater biology? A: Yes, the concise keys and illustrations make it accessible for beginners while still being informative for more experienced readers.
- Q: What are the physical dimensions of the book? A: The book has 456 pages and is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Freshwater Macroinvertebrates of Northeastern North America' published? A: It was published on January 16, 1990.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is categorized as 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, the identification keys are well illustrated with many diagnostic drawings.
- Q: Is this book relevant for studying freshwater ecosystems today? A: Yes, the identification methods and taxonomic keys remain relevant for understanding freshwater ecosystems in northeastern North America.