The Ecology of Butterflies in Britain

The evolutionary history of British butterflies and its role in conservation is illustrated with case studies in evolution.

Abstract

1. Islands, regions, ranges, and gradients 2. Adult behaviour 3. Eggs and egg-laying 4. Butterfly populations 5. Avoidance, concealment, and defence 6. Monitoring butterfly movements 7. Butterflies and communities 8. Diversity within populations 9. Case studies in evolution 10. An evolutionary history of British butterflies 11. The conservation of British butterflies Glossary Bibliography Appendices Author and subject indexes