Natural History Of Eristalis Tenax: Or The Drone-Fly (1895)

The Natural History of Eristalis Tenax: Or The Drone-Fly is a book written by George Bowdler Buckton in 1895. It is a comprehensive study of the drone-fly, also known as Eristalis tenax, which is a common and widespread species of hoverfly found across Europe, North America, and Asia. The book provides a detailed description of the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of the drone-fly, as well as its role in pollination and its interactions with other insects and animals. Buckton also explores the economic and medical importance of the drone-fly, including its use as a bioindicator and its potential as a source of medicinal compounds. The book is written in a scientific and technical style, with numerous illustrations and photographs to aid in the understanding of the subject matter. It is a valuable resource for entomologists, biologists, and anyone interested in the natural world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.