The Life Cycle of a BeetleCrabtree Publishing Company, 2004 - 32 páginas Hundreds of thousands of beetles live all over the world in habitats as diverse as swamps, rainforests, and deserts. The Life Cycle of a Beetle describes the growth and development of these fascinating insects from egg to adult. Full-color images of all kinds of beetles, from the familiar to the extraordinary, are included. Illustrations and photographs illuminate topics such as: - where beetles lay their eggs - the transformation from larva to pupa to beetle - differences between male and female beetles - how beetles defend themselves against predators - dangers faced by beetles - how children can help beetles |
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Bunches of beetles | 4 |
The cycle begins | 10 |
Changing form | 16 |
On land and in water | 22 |
Dangers to beetles | 28 |
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