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Charles Griffiths and Mike
Picker. Some 260 insects are
featured, many of which we
may have spotted in our
houses and gardens. Each is
described with its key
identification features, a
colour photograph and
distribution map. A very
useful feature is the illustrated
quick reference guide on the
inside front and back covers,
which makes it quick and
easy to navigate to the right
insect group.
Recommended price is
R150.
K Pocket Guide: Wild
Flowers of South Africa is
written by well-known
botanist Braam van Wyk and
the recommended price is
R140.
All of the region's major
vegetation types are represented through the 260
featured flowers. The book
covers common and conspicuous plants as well as some
alien species that are naturalized in the region.
The descriptions are conveniently organised by flower
colour.
Key identification features are
supplied for each flower, as
well as interesting facts.
A photograph and distribution
map accompanies each
species.
This book showcases some of
the region's diverse, strikingly
beautiful floral splendours.
K Struik Nature joins forces
with the Astronomical Society
of Southern Africa to publish
Sky Guide Africa South
2016. This annual guide is
now in its 64th year of
publication and has been
prepared by a team of
contributors, all specialists in
their fields.
Sky Guide Africa South 2016
is a practical resource for
astronomers, whether they be
novice, amateur or professional.
Enhanced by many photos,
diagrams, charts and images,
it features:
~ The upcoming year's
planetary movements,
predicted eclipses, meteor
showers – any events and
facets of the night sky that
change annually.
~ Star charts that plot the
evening sky for each season,
facilitating the identification of
stars and constellations.
~ A wealth of information
about the Sun, Moon,
planets, comets, meteors and
bright stars.
~ An excellent list of useful
websites and a comprehensive glossary.
This annual publication is an
invaluable resource for
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