British Insects

A photographic field guide to 1,500 species of insects found in Britain and Ireland


A photographic field guide to all the common and some unusual species of insects across Britain that the keen amateur naturalist is likely to spot. Over 1,500 species are illustrated with detailed photographs chosen for their help in identification.




Includes photographs of larvae
Each section is coded with a symbol for easy reference
Differences between similar species are highlighted to avoid confusion
Information given on when to look and where to find each species


Insect groups dealt with include butterflies and moths, mayflies, dragonflies, damselflies, grasshoppers, crickets, earwigs, lacewings, bugs, bees, wasps, ants and beetles, all with keys to ensure accurate identification.