The Social Insects
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Sprache:Englisch
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Verlag:Legare Street Press
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Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Gebundene Ausgabe
Erscheinungsdatum
14.02.2026
Verlag
Legare Street PressSeitenzahl
466
Maße (L/B/H)
23,4/15,6/2,5 cm
Gewicht
827 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-02-542393-7
"The Social Insects" is a foundational study of the complex biological and social structures found within the insect world. Written by renowned entomologist William Morton Wheeler, this work provides an exhaustive analysis of the intricate lives of ants, bees, wasps, and termites, exploring the evolutionary origins and functional dynamics of their colonies.
The text delves into the sophisticated division of labor, communication systems, and reproductive strategies that characterize social insects. Wheeler meticulously examines how these organisms have developed communal living arrangements that parallel human social organization in surprising ways. By bridging the gap between biology and comparative psychology, he offers profound insights into the cooperative behaviors that allow these species to flourish in diverse environments.
As a cornerstone of early sociobiological thought, "The Social Insects" remains a vital resource for understanding the natural world. Its detailed observations and theoretical framework continue to influence the study of entomology and animal behavior, making it an essential addition to the library of any student of natural history or evolution.
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