This publication summarizes the results of several years study of the beetles of the family Bostrichidae and treats all the species of the family known to occur in America north of Mexico and including Lower California. In addition, a number of exotic species, intercepted from time to time in imports from foreign countries, are included in anticipation of the necessity of correctly identifying such material.

This manual describes 300 species of insect borers that attach hardwood trees, shrubs, and other woody angiosperms in North America and provides information for controlling them.

Experts offer the most sweeping reference available on the subject of North American beetles. Their rigorous standards for the presentation of data create a concise, useful format that is consistent throughout the book. This is the resource of choice for quick, accurate, and easily accessible information.