Author: Majerus, M.; Roy, H.; Brown, P.; Poland, R.
Title: Ladybirds of the British Isles (Identification Chart)
Description: Field Studies Council 2022 8, colour illustrations. . Chart. NEW. . Reprint of revised edition (2010). This fold-out chart covers 26 of the 46 coccinellid species found in the British Isles. Information on colour pattern, habitat and distribution and hints to aid identification are provided in a comprehensive table. There are also sections on the life-cycle and feeding relationships of ladybirds. A special feature of the chart is the section on the Harlequin ladybird Harmonia axyridis, the most invasive species in the world. The Harlequin was originally introduced for bio-control throughout Europe and spread to Britain in summer 2004. Currently is distribution is largely restricted to south-east England, but it is expected to spread rapidly over the next few years. [9781851532971]

Keywords: Britain; Coccinellidae; Coleoptera; Entomology; Identification Chart; Ladybirds; Ladybugs


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