Tarantulas of the world - Theraphosidae (2015)-François Teyssié

This book on tarantulas deals specifically with the Theraphosidae family. More than 300 species of tarantula are described and illustrated by biogeographical zone.
Tarantula enthusiasts will enjoy this detailed book full of information to help with species identification, plus notes on habitat and distribution.

This book is an essential guide for both beginner entomologists and experienced breeders.

This book on tarantulas describes and illustrates almost 300 species of tarantulas of the Theraphosidae family by biogeographical zone.

Identify each species of tarantulas

The descriptions enable non-specialists to identify each species, and provides additional information on lifestyle, habitat and distribution. Theraphosidae systematics are presented in the form of an identification key for subfamilies and a description of particularly note-worthy genera. An exhaustive list of currently known species is also presented by subfamily and by country. This book also covers Theraphosidae biology : anatomy, primary biological functions, ecology, venomology and pharmacological research.

A reference guide on tarantulas

This book is an essential guide for both beginner entomologists and experienced breeders. This guide "Tarantulas of the world - Theraphosidae" also contains advice on breeding and rearing Theraphosidae.

• Coming out : 2015
• Cover : Hardback cover
• Format : 13x20 cm
• ISBN : 978-2-913688-24-7
• Number of pages : 500