Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 8.5 × 6 × 1 in |
| Author: | Arthur Y.C. Chung, C.L. Chan, Steven Bosuang, Teo Thiam Peng |
| Book format: No selection | Softcover, Hardcover |
| Pages: No selection | 448 |
| ISBN: No selection | 9789838122122 |
A Guide to Butterlies of Borneo
Price range: RM180.00 through RM200.00
Book Summary
This guide documents and illustrates 158 butterfly species and 3 subspecies found in Borneo, with detailed information and photographs contributed by over 50 butterfly enthusiasts.
What the Guide Includes
- Detailed information on 158 butterfly species and 3 subspecies
- 436 pages of comprehensive content
- Photographs from over 50 butterfly enthusiasts
- Information on endemic species unique to Borneo
- Details on notable butterfly species, including birdwing butterflies
Featured Species
- Kinabalu Birdwing (Troides andromache)
- Rajah Brooke’s Birdwing (Trogonoptera brookiana)
- Other birdwing butterflies native to Borneo
- A selection from Borneo’s 960+ butterfly species
- Information on 81 species unique to the island
Authors and Publisher
- Authors:
- Dr. Arthur Y.C. Chung
- Dr. Steven Bosuang
- Datuk C.L. Chan
- Mr. Teo Thiam Peng
- Publisher: Natural History Publications (Borneo)
- Contributors: Over 50 butterfly enthusiasts who provided photographs
Who This Guide Is For
This guide is designed for:
- Butterfly enthusiasts and collectors
- Naturalists studying Bornean wildlife
- Researchers focusing on entomology
- Wildlife photographers
- Anyone interested in Borneo’s biodiversity
Why This Matters
- Borneo hosts over 960 butterfly species, representing significant biodiversity
- 81 species are endemic, found nowhere else in the world
- Butterflies are important ecological indicators
- Documentation helps with conservation and appreciation of Borneo’s natural heritage
- Available in both hardcover and softcover formats for different user needs
