Book ID: 90992
Heckman, C. W.
Encyclopedia of South American Aquatic Insects: Odonata - Anisoptera. Illustrated Keys to Known Families, Genera and Species in South America. 2006. 793 figs. VII, 700 p. gr8vo. Hardcover.
This is the first volume of two volumes on the Odonata in theEncyclopedia series and encompasses the large dragon fly species.Brief review of the biology of the group including illustrations ofthe main morphological features as well as explanations of alternativesystems for naming the wing veins and other structures. Keys for adultsand larvae, including known ranges, synonyms, and citation ofliterature. The keys are richly illustrated.