Download or read book The Neotropical Polymorphic Earless Praying Mantises written by Julio Rivera and published by Entomological Society of America. This book was released on 2020-05-18 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recent phylogenetic studies on evolutionary relationships within the Acanthopoidea, known as “polymorphic earless praying mantises,” revealed numerous issues with the taxonomic status and morphological boundaries of many genera and species within this superfamily. The authors of this monograph present a thorough morphological assessment based on museum specimens and reexamination of type material, aimed toward redefining the morphological delineation of all Acanthopoidea genera, verifying the generic identity of all nominal species within the superfamily, and establishing taxonomic and nomenclatural foundations for future revisionary studies of acanthopoid genera. Their work resulted in numerous modifications in the taxonomy of this lineage, including the description of a new genus.
Download or read book Systematics and Biogeography of the Neotropical Polymorphic Earless Praying Mantises Mantodea Acanthopoidea written by Julio Martin Rivera Castillo and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Mantodea, or praying mantises, are a lineage of cryptic predatory insects with a history of rampant evolutionary convergence in their cryptic strategies. Historical emphasis on multiply-evolved character states related to crypsis resulted in largely phenetic classification schemes. Although praying mantises are the subject of renewed interest in both basic and applied research, the lack of a phylogenetic framework encumbers research on these organisms. This dissertation uses phylogenetic methods to investigate relationships in a unique branch of the mantodean tree of life: the polymorphic earless praying mantises (PEPM), a Neotropical assemblage comprising ~55% of mantodean diversity in the region. The overarching goals of this dissertation are to: (a) construct a new higher-level classification of the PEPM; (b) establish the morphological limits of all supraspecific taxa, providing updated diagnoses for each one; and (c) reconstruct an evolutionary timeline of the PEPM. Using molecular phylogenetic analyses, relationships among higher-level taxonomic groups were resolved with high levels of nodal support. These analyses also revealed numerous inconsistencies with current classifications. Reconciling phylogeny and classification required eleven new synonymies at the species-group level, and a further four synonymys and 40 new combinations at the genus-group level. The PEPM, now assigned to the superfamily Acanthopoidea, include 8 families, 15 subfamilies, 18 tribes, 63 genera (all morphologically redefined), and 315 valid species. Historical biogeographic analyses revealed that higher-level diversification occurred in mesic biomes throughout the Cretaceous Period, Crown diversification occurred during the Cenozoic (Paleogene/Neogene) Period, when punctuated evolutionary shifts to more seasonal, drier, biomes likely occurred in response to cyclical climatic fluctuations. The implications of this pattern of diversification, and potential drivers of mantodean diversity, are discussed.
Download or read book Insect Biodiversity written by Robert G. Foottit and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-04-03 with total page 1024 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volume Two of the new guide to the study of biodiversity in insects Volume Two of Insect Biodiversity: Science and Society presents an entirely new, companion volume of a comprehensive resource for the most current research on the influence insects have on humankind and on our endangered environment. With contributions from leading researchers and scholars on the topic, the text explores relevant topics including biodiversity in different habitats and regions, taxonomic groups, and perspectives. Volume Two offers coverage of insect biodiversity in regional settings, such as the Arctic and Asia, and in particular habitats including crops, caves, and islands. The authors also include information on historical, cultural, technical, and climatic perspectives of insect biodiversity. This book explores the wide variety of insect species and their evolutionary relationships. Case studies offer assessments on how insect biodiversity can help meet the needs of a rapidly expanding human population, and examine the consequences that an increased loss of insect species will have on the world. This important text: Offers the most up-to-date information on the important topic of insect biodiversity Explores vital topics such as the impact on insect biodiversity through habitat loss and degradation and climate change With its companion Volume I, presents current information on the biodiversity of all insect orders Contains reviews of insect biodiversity in culture and art, in the fossil record, and in agricultural systems Includes scientific approaches and methods for the study of insect biodiversity The book offers scientists, academics, professionals, and students a guide for a better understanding of the biology and ecology of insects, highlighting the need to sustainably manage ecosystems in an ever-changing global environment.
Download or read book Revision of the Neotropical bark mantis genus Liturgusa Saussure 1869 Insecta Mantodea Liturgusini written by Gavin J. Svenson and published by PenSoft Publishers LTD. This book was released on 2014-03-18 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Neotropical praying mantises of the genus Liturgusa (Saussure) are comprehensively treated after receiving little or no taxonomic attention after their original descriptions. All species are strictly associated with tree bark habitats and appear flattened and highly camouflage while also being adept runners that will actively hide by fleeing to the opposite side of a tree trunk if disturbed; some species have even been observed fluttering to the forest floor and playing dead. This work includes redescriptions of the genus and all previously described species, descriptions of three new genera and 19 new species, identification of four new synonyms, complete bibliographies for each species, a key to identify males and females, locality data for all examined specimens, measurement ranges for all species, diagnostic illustrations, and high resolution images of types and representative specimens. This work triples the known diversity of Neotropical bark mantises and documents their natural history as well as geographic distribution, which includes central Mexico south to Bolivia and east to southern Brazil.
Download or read book Praying Mantises written by Margaret Hall and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2004-07 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habits of the praying mantis.
Download or read book Praying Mantises of the United States and Canada written by Kris Anderson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This peer reviewed text includes a dichotomous key to all 16 genera of Mantodea found in the U.S. and Canada. Extremely detailed descriptions are provided for each of the 28 species found within this region. One newly listed invasive species is documented, raising the total number of introduced species to seven-25% of the region's Mantodea fauna. Updated species treatments include taxonomic illustrations, precise morphological descriptions, accurate morphometry, complete natural history documentation, exhaustive historical literature review, and detailed distribution range maps. There are 183 illustrations contained within the 297 pages of text, including 120 color photographs of live specimens.
Download or read book Praying Mantises written by Jason Cooper and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Praying Mantises written by Children's Press and published by Turtleback. This book was released on 1999-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to the world of the praying mantis using color photos and easy-to-read text.
Download or read book Insect Biodiversity written by Robert G. Foottit and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-04-11 with total page 1024 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volume Two of the new guide to the study of biodiversity in insects Volume Two of Insect Biodiversity: Science and Society presents an entirely new, companion volume of a comprehensive resource for the most current research on the influence insects have on humankind and on our endangered environment. With contributions from leading researchers and scholars on the topic, the text explores relevant topics including biodiversity in different habitats and regions, taxonomic groups, and perspectives. Volume Two offers coverage of insect biodiversity in regional settings, such as the Arctic and Asia, and in particular habitats including crops, caves, and islands. The authors also include information on historical, cultural, technical, and climatic perspectives of insect biodiversity. This book explores the wide variety of insect species and their evolutionary relationships. Case studies offer assessments on how insect biodiversity can help meet the needs of a rapidly expanding human population, and examine the consequences that an increased loss of insect species will have on the world. This important text: Offers the most up-to-date information on the important topic of insect biodiversity Explores vital topics such as the impact on insect biodiversity through habitat loss and degradation and climate change With its companion Volume I, presents current information on the biodiversity of all insect orders Contains reviews of insect biodiversity in culture and art, in the fossil record, and in agricultural systems Includes scientific approaches and methods for the study of insect biodiversity The book offers scientists, academics, professionals, and students a guide for a better understanding of the biology and ecology of insects, highlighting the need to sustainably manage ecosystems in an ever-changing global environment.
Download or read book The Praying Mantids written by Frederick R. Prete and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 406 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Reviews current understanding of mantid biology related to their taxonomy and morphology, reproduction, neurobiology, ecology, and defense strategies." -- Choice
Download or read book Mantida Species File written by Daniel Otte and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Manual of Entomology written by Hermann Burmeister and published by . This book was released on 1836 with total page 758 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Biology of Stagmomantis Carolina written by Philip Rau and published by . This book was released on 1913 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pictorial Handbook of Rare and Precious Insects in China written by Shuchun Chen and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The External Male Genitalia and the Phylogeny of Blattaria and Mantodea written by Klaus-Dieter Klass and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Sisters Super Creeps and Slushy Gushy Love Songs written by Karen McCombie and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ally knows her super-efficient big sis Linn finds their chaotic family a bit ... exasperating. But when Linn falls for Q, the tearaway lead singer in a local band, all her sensible ways go out of the window. Everyone else can see that Q's a creep, but does Ally have the courage to burst Linn's heart-shaped bubble?
Download or read book Keeping the Praying Mantis written by Orin McMonigle and published by . This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Prepare to be enchanted with an in-depth and up-close view of the most loved of all invertebrates, the praying mantis! Keeping the Praying Mantis is a huge resource designed to give mantis enthusiasts every tool needed for feeding, housing, and rearing these magical (almost mythological) creatures. Details on their biology, relationship with man over the ages, behavior, and captive husbandry will give you a solid foundation for successfully keeping fascinating species from around the world. From ant mimics and unicorn mantids to Devil's flower, orchid, and ghost mantids, there are species to entice every insect hobbyist.
