Publisher's Synopsis
""Directions For Collecting And Preserving Insects"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by Alpheus Spring Packard in 1873. The book provides detailed instructions on how to collect, handle, and preserve insects for scientific study, with a focus on the techniques and tools necessary for successful insect collection. The book includes information on the anatomy and classification of insects, as well as tips on how to identify different species. Additionally, Packard provides detailed instructions on how to construct and use various types of insect traps, including netting, pitfall traps, and light traps, as well as advice on how to properly store and display insect specimens. This book is an invaluable resource for entomologists, naturalists, and anyone interested in the study of insects and their behavior.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.
