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The Insect Crisis
The Insect Crisis: The Fall of the Tiny Empires that Run the World | Oliver Milman
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When is the last time you were stung by a wasp? Or were followed by a cloud of midges? Or saw a butterfly? All these normal occurrences are becoming much rarer. A groundswell of research suggests insect numbers are in serious decline all over the world - in some places by over 90%. The Insect Crisis explores this hidden emergency, arguing that its consequences could even rival climate change. We rely on insect pollination for the bulk of our agriculture, they are a prime food source for birds and fish, and they are a key strut holding up life on Earth, especially our own. In a compelling and entertaining investigation spanning the globe, Milman speaks to the scientists and entomologists studying this catastrophe and asks why these extraordinary creatures are disappearing. Part warning, part celebration of the incredible variety of insects, this book highlights why we need to wake up to this impending environmental disaster.
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Roary47
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Happy Birth month @wanderinglynn !! Thank you for the opportunity to enter your #300KBirthdayGiveaway 😊What an achievement to aspire to. I‘d love to receive the tagged book, but hope you get 300k more Litfluence. I love your posts. 🥰💛

wanderinglynn Thank you! 😘 And thanks for entering! 2y
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Well researched, but uneven. The most interesting portions of the book was when the author focused on one type of insect (bees, butterflies, etc) and explained threats and interesting tidbits about the species. The author repeated the dire warning that the insect populations are plummeting and the impacts of this in each chapter- I felt it was too repetitive and I wanted more specialized information.

Chrissyreadit I am fascinated at how few insects hit the windshield when I drive on highways. I don‘t think that‘s a good thing. 2y
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