Beetles of eastern North America

Preface

Acknowledgments

How to use this book. Classification ; Key to families ; Family diagnoses ; Species accounts ; Species identification

Introduction to beetles. Beetle anatomy ; Behavior and natural history ; When and where to find beetles ; Observing and photographing beetles ; Beetle conservation and the ethics of collecting ; Collecting and preserving beetles ; Making a beetle collection ; Keeping and rearing beetles in captivity ; Taking an active role in beetle research

Illustrated key to the beetle families of eastern North America

Beetles of eastern North America

Appendix : Classification of the beetles covered in this book

Glossary

Selected references and resources

Photo and illustration credits

Index.