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Author |
: Lynn Frierson Faust |
Publisher |
: University of Georgia Press |
Total Pages |
: 378 |
Release |
: 2017-03-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780820348728 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0820348724 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (28 Downloads) |
Synopsis Fireflies, Glow-worms, and Lightning Bugs by : Lynn Frierson Faust
This is the first comprehensive firefly guide for eastern and central North America ever published. It is written for all those who want to know more about the amazing world of lightning bugs and learn the secrets hidden in the flash patterns of the 75+ species found in the eastern and central U.S. and Canada. As an independent researcher working with numerous university teams, naturalist Lynn Frierson Faust, “The Lightning Bug Lady,” has spent decades tracking the behavior and researching the habitats of these fascinating creatures. Based on her twenty-five years of field work, this book is intended to increase understanding and appreciation of bioluminescent insects while igniting enthusiasm in a fun and informative way. Species accounts are coupled with historical background and literary epigraphs to engage and draw readers young and old into the world of these tiny sparklers. A chart documenting the flash patterns of the various species will aid in identification. Clear photos illustrate the insects’ distinguishing physical characteristics, while habitats, seasonality, and common names are provided in clear, easy-to-understand yet scientifically accurate language. The guide will be welcomed by everyone who wants to learn more about fireflies' and glow-worms' unique traits and about their fragile niche in the ecosystem. FEATURES Over 600 color photographsDetailed accounts and anatomical diagrams of 75+ species, as well as aids in distinguishing between similar speciesA first-of-its-kind flash-pattern chart that folds out on heavy-weight paper • Extensive scientific details written in an understandable and engaging wayColorful, common names—Twilight Bush Baby, Shadow Ghosts, and Snappy Syncs, and more—for easy species identification based on flash patternsTips on ideal sites and times of year for firefly watchingConservation-oriented approach
Author |
: Julie Brinckloe |
Publisher |
: Perfection Learning |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 1986-05 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0812445570 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780812445572 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (70 Downloads) |
Synopsis Fireflies by : Julie Brinckloe
A gentle story and warm pictures capture the joyous freedom of a summer night.
Author |
: Steven Otfinoski |
Publisher |
: Cavendish Square Publishing, LLC |
Total Pages |
: 34 |
Release |
: 2014-01-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781627123099 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1627123091 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (99 Downloads) |
Synopsis Fireflies by : Steven Otfinoski
Give readers a fun opportunity to learn about the fascinating firefly. They'll learn about its anatomy, special skills, habitats, and diet.
Author |
: Heather Maria Ramirez |
Publisher |
: Author House |
Total Pages |
: 315 |
Release |
: 2013-07 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781481774420 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1481774425 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (20 Downloads) |
Synopsis All the Fireflies in France by : Heather Maria Ramirez
This writer does it all. Her new wine Drunk Poet is in the making, exotic flavors to pick from inspired by her books. This writer's new perfume line can be purchased at kimmymakescents.com. This new novel, All the Fireflies in France is a one of a kind love-story reader's are going to love written by what they are calling the people's Paperdoll. Heather continues splashing ink onto blank pages collecting the hearts of readers world wide. Her next book is already in the making titled, The Leonardo da Vinci Romance Story. Miss Ramirez is also a song writer in the process of entering the U.K. song writing contest. A quote from this writer known as the peoples Paperdoll. "I was born to write, this is my purpose. To live is to write, not to live is not to write. I shall die just as I have lived, as a poetic princess, a queen in the writer's world, as a lyrical writing goddess. I am the people's Paper-doll a title I had to earn. I used to be an unknown writer living as a starving artist, with a hunger to create. I had to keep writing until they read me out. I love my reader's and supporters, I write for them for meant to be reasons, because I am their Paper-doll."
Author |
: Ann Heinrichs |
Publisher |
: Capstone |
Total Pages |
: 36 |
Release |
: 2004 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0756505887 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780756505882 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (87 Downloads) |
Synopsis Fireflies by : Ann Heinrichs
Describes different types of fireflies and their physical characteristics, how and why they light up, their uses to mankind, and their life cycles.
Author |
: Julie Murray |
Publisher |
: ABDO |
Total Pages |
: 36 |
Release |
: 2010-09 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1616134852 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781616134853 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (52 Downloads) |
Synopsis Fireflies by : Julie Murray
Introduces fireflies, describing their physical characteristics, life cycle, feeding habits, light-making ability, and predators.
Author |
: Nancy Dickmann |
Publisher |
: Heinemann-Raintree Library |
Total Pages |
: 28 |
Release |
: 2006 |
ISBN-10 |
: 1410917703 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9781410917706 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (03 Downloads) |
Synopsis Fireflies by : Nancy Dickmann
Fireflies remind many of us of warm summer nights. But what else are these amazing bugs capable of doing? Find out in this informative title that is filled with colorful photos.
Author |
: Margaret Hall |
Publisher |
: Capstone |
Total Pages |
: 25 |
Release |
: 2005-07 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780736842532 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0736842535 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (32 Downloads) |
Synopsis Fireflies by : Margaret Hall
Simple text and photographs describe the physical characteristics of fireflies.
Author |
: Melissa Stewart |
Publisher |
: Enslow Publishing, LLC |
Total Pages |
: 14 |
Release |
: 2014-01-01 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781464612046 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1464612048 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (46 Downloads) |
Synopsis Zoom in on Fireflies by : Melissa Stewart
Author Melissa Stewart shines a light on a bright insect in this book. Readers will discover a firefly's life cycle, eating habits, wings, and more in this addition to the Zoom In on Insects. series. The 'Zoom Bubbles' allow readers an up close look at important parts on a firefly's body.
Author |
: Xin-She Yang |
Publisher |
: Springer |
Total Pages |
: 366 |
Release |
: 2013-10-31 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9783319021416 |
ISBN-13 |
: 3319021419 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (16 Downloads) |
Synopsis Cuckoo Search and Firefly Algorithm by : Xin-She Yang
Nature-inspired algorithms such as cuckoo search and firefly algorithm have become popular and widely used in recent years in many applications. These algorithms are flexible, efficient and easy to implement. New progress has been made in the last few years, and it is timely to summarize the latest developments of cuckoo search and firefly algorithm and their diverse applications. This book will review both theoretical studies and applications with detailed algorithm analysis, implementation and case studies so that readers can benefit most from this book. Application topics are contributed by many leading experts in the field. Topics include cuckoo search, firefly algorithm, algorithm analysis, feature selection, image processing, travelling salesman problem, neural network, GPU optimization, scheduling, queuing, multi-objective manufacturing optimization, semantic web service, shape optimization, and others. This book can serve as an ideal reference for both graduates and researchers in computer science, evolutionary computing, machine learning, computational intelligence, and optimization, as well as engineers in business intelligence, knowledge management and information technology.