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Featuring 130 of the most common and readily identifiable species, this illustrated pocket guide is the ideal companion for anyone interested in the naturally occurring spiders found in the British Isles.

Presented in a portable and accessible format, this is the perfect guide for both beginners and more experienced enthusiasts.

Featuring stunning artwork by the world-renowned invertebrate artist Richard Lewington, this pocket guide covers 130 species of spider, as well as illustrations of webs, egg cocoons and spider behaviour.

The introduction features an at-a-glance' guide providing a quick reference to each species, with corresponding page numbers to find out more. Additional sections clearly explain how the reader can distinguish similar species, and the book also includes a glossary and bibliography to aid beginners.

Each species account includes a detailed description covering field characteristics, habitat and distribution, webs, egg cocoon

Pocket Guide to British Spiders

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    A Paperback by Richard Lewington

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      Publisher Bloomsbury
      Imprint Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
      Published 1/30/2025
      ISBN-13 9781399406987
      978-1399406987
      ISBN-10 1399406981
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      Science & Nature Arachnids (arachnology)

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Featuring 130 of the most common and readily identifiable species, this illustrated pocket guide is the ideal companion for anyone interested in the naturally occurring spiders found in the British Isles.

      Presented in a portable and accessible format, this is the perfect guide for both beginners and more experienced enthusiasts.

      Featuring stunning artwork by the world-renowned invertebrate artist Richard Lewington, this pocket guide covers 130 species of spider, as well as illustrations of webs, egg cocoons and spider behaviour.

      The introduction features an at-a-glance' guide providing a quick reference to each species, with corresponding page numbers to find out more. Additional sections clearly explain how the reader can distinguish similar species, and the book also includes a glossary and bibliography to aid beginners.

      Each species account includes a detailed description covering field characteristics, habitat and distribution, webs, egg cocoon

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