{"title":"Oliver Hawlitschek","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOliver Hawlitschek\u003c\/strong\u003e offers readers in-depth explorations of entomology, specialising in the fascinating world of orthopterans such as grasshoppers, locusts, and crickets. His works combine scientific rigour with accessible prose, making them essential for anyone interested in natural history and the behaviour of these remarkable insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a clear focus on \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e, Hawlitschek’s books provide detailed insights into species identification, habitat, and ecological significance. Perfect for both enthusiasts and scholars, his writing enriches understanding of insect biodiversity across the globe.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"grasshoppers-locusts-and-crickets-of-the-world-by-martin-husemann-9780691281056","title":"Grasshoppers, Locusts, and Crickets of the World","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA highly illustrated and authoritative introduction to the world's Orthoptera.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrasshoppers, Locusts, and Crickets of the World\u003c\/em\u003e introduces readers to the fascinating order of insects known as Orthoptera, which includes grasshoppers, locusts, crickets, bush crickets, and katydids. Despite there being about 30,000 species globally, these insects often go unnoticed, and even scientists have much to learn about them. However, the world of grasshoppers is both captivating and diverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this richly illustrated book, leading researchers from across the world explore various aspects of Orthoptera, such as their evolution, life cycles, and mating behaviour. The book offers intriguing facts and stories about species like monkey hoppers, Cooloola monsters, king crickets, wetas, and sandgropers. Additionally, it discusses efforts to protect grasshoppers and their relationship with humans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book features four main sections:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOrthoptera in space and time: fossil record, evolution, and systematics\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe biology of Orthoptera: life cycle, ecology, and bioacoustics\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe diversity of Orthoptera by geographic region\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOrthoptera and humans: locusts, Orthoptera as food, Orthoptera as pets, and conservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47772991684844,"sku":"9780691281056","price":57.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780691281056-grasshoppers-locusts-and-crickets-of-the-world.jpg?v=1782178595"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/oliver-hawlitschek.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}