The amazing armored bodies of beetles can bore into plant tissue, navigate fast-moving streams, burrow through seemingly impenetrable soil, survive blistering heat, and fly. Beetles represent the largest and most diverse group of organisms in California and are an excellent subject for study since they can be found almost everywhere - in backyards, gardens, forests, and deserts. This, the only guide to California beetles available, is the perfect book for anyone - from outdoor enthusiast to professional biologist - who wants to explore the fascinating world of beetles.
