How Insects Work: An Illustrated Guide to the Wonders of Form and Function from Antennae to Wings

How Insects Work is an illustrated field guide exploring why insects look and behave as they do. Insects have survived five mass extinctions and are among the most successful land animals ever, having evolved specialized adaptations to thrive in nearly every environment on Earth. The book combines photography and detailed information to explain insect biology and behavior. It covers topics including evolution, exoskeleton and body segments, senses, circulation, digestion, respiration, reproduction, metamorphosis, and movement. Specific examples include how bumblebees' wingbeats create electrical signals at flowers to indicate nectar has been consumed, and how houseflies use tiny leg hairs to grip smooth surfaces and defy gravity.