Bramble-Bees and Others by Jean-Henri Fabre
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| Author | Fabre, Jean-Henri, 1823-1915 |
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| Translator | Teixeira de Mattos, Alexander, 1865-1921 |
| Title | Bramble-Bees and Others |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Sue Asscher, and David Widger |
| Summary | "Bramble-Bees and Others" by Jean-Henri Fabre is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book consists of an insightful collection of essays focusing on the fascinating behaviors and natural history of various wild bees, notably those that dwell in bramble stems. Fabre meticulously documents the life cycles, nesting habits, and ecological interactions of these insects, thereby illuminating the intricate world of entomology. The opening of "Bramble-Bees and Others" introduces readers to the first chapter titled "Bramble-Dwellers," where Fabre delves into the specifics of certain Hymenoptera that reside in old bramble stems. He describes the ideal habitats provided by these stumps, which serve as shelters for various bee species. Furthermore, Fabre differentiates between industrious insects, which construct their own living spaces, and those who repurpose abandoned structures. The narrative is rich with observations detailing the nesting habits of the Three-pronged Osmia, including their foraging methods and the significance of the environment in their life cycles, providing a compelling glimpse into the broader themes of survival and adaptation within the insect world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Bees |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3421 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 2002 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 23, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 95 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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