Great information on Indiana butterflies
924553
This is an excellent and informative book. I refer to it constantly. A lot of info on host plants also. Great photography
1480813
I am satisfied with this book. The identification points, similar species, habitats  and range maps are very good.
There are some features that need improving. Species Names are in a small type size. They should be a little larger to jump off the page.
The only measure of size is a representation of the forewing base to apex. I find that difficult to translate in the field, unless I catch them, which the book discourages.
It does make a nice field companion to Kaufman's Butterfly Guide. Using the two, I've closed a lot of gaps.
972216
Great book, already have humming birds and butterflies in the backyard.
They love CA and the book has given great tips.

Thanks,
4392294
This book has full page accounts of almost 400 species and photographs and brief descriptions of around 300 more.  The full page accounts include photos of the adult moth or butterfly.  Foodplant information is included and is more accurate than most guides because the author has actually raised the caterpillars.
4025545
I consider myself a butterfly fanatic, learning all that I can about them.  And, I feel that this "Butterflies are Beautiful" book is laid out wonderfully, with the different topics, the information provided about the topics, and the beautiful photos.  I also feel that the information can be easily absorbed by elementary children, which is whom this book was written for.  And even I have learned more about butterflies, from reading this book.  So, even though this is oriented towards elementary children, I feel that adults will love it as well.  Don't pass up an opportunity to buy this book, because it's insightful, informative, and filled with lots of beautiful photos that help everyone to appreciate, and to become fascinated with beautiful butterflies!
2148427
Great book! We have it for the older kids (4th grade up) in the family to learn about butterflies for school science projects and home fun. Easy to read to the younger members of the family with lots of pictures.
2150716
This is the best field guide available for the novice or experienced entomologist.  The diversity of insects shown are beautifully illustrated and their identifications are accurate.  The guide is very user-friendly with different easy ways to access insects by groups, common names, and scientific names.  The descriptions, although brief, are very informative and highlight pertinent aspects of the insect groups or individual species being discussed.  The authors are to be commended for producing the very first insect guide that enables an individual unfamiliar with entomology to rapidly get at least a good idea of the kind of insect he or she is trying to identify, and with so many common insects illustrated, a specific identification is possible in many cases.
1553628
Checked this out from the public library as I'm in the process of learning about raising honey bees.  Chocked full of useful information about native pollinators and how to attract them and provide homes for them.  Well worth the cost.
3727111
I really enjoyed reading this book about all of the wonderful insects that God made.  I am a Floridian and a lot of the insects mentioned in this book hang out in my neighborhood since I am surrounded by water, lots of plants and trees.  I now have a better appreciation for each of them and definitely know which one to stay clear of.  I will be reading this one to my granddaughters on their next visit.
4339644
Pat and Clay Sutton are amazing naturalists and educators, whose passion for butterflies infuses every page. From butterfly gardening, to conservation, to how to locate and identify butterflies, this book has it all. A great resource for any butterfly watcher, teachers, and classrooms.
2872429
I recently purchased the Kindle edition of this book and find it to be totally fantastic!!  The layout, information and photos are spectacular!  The links to additional information about dragonflies of this area was an unexpected surprise that enhances the book even more.  Thorough information of Odonata and superb photos make this one of the best ebooks I've ever purchased.  It will help make my trip to southern California in search of dragonflies all the more rewarding.  I highly recommend it to anyone that has an interest in odonata and especially for those who plan to visit the area.  It is the only book you will need!
1481825
I really enjoyed this book and learned a lot about the world of butterflies.
490368
This is an excellent book for identifying insects in Florida. This is my second copy and a gift. Highly recommend the Florida's Fabulous series.
2259081
This book is excellent and I would highly recommend it.  We really need to bring the monarch butterflies back and this book has certainly helped me in learning what needs to be done.  Very well written and illustrated. Thank Tony Gomez.
4658872
Trying to work with a program in our area to identify the comings and goings of butterflies and this is a big help when out on a trail and a butterfly is spotted.
241846
I bought this book as my first book to begin designing my own crocheted butterflies and possibly some moth designs, and I wanted a basic coverage of butterfly and moth shapes without a great deal of scientific and technical detail. This book fills the bill admirably with good pictures of butterflies and moths. According to the forward, they "...included all the more common, widespread, important, or unusual kinds..." of North America.  They also have range maps for many of the examples. The illustrations are beautiful--incredibly detailed drawings (paintings?) by Andre Durenceau. I wish I could capture their full beauty in crochet, or even beadwork! Perhaps some day.... Anyway, this book will provide many, many design ideas for me. I believe you could identify most any butterfly or moth pictured in this book because the illustrations are superb. The first half of the book is given to butterflies, the second to moths.
681335
I LOVE the illustrations in this book, and I love how you learn about so many different species of butterfly.  The combination of text and beautiful drawings makes for a soothing, enjoyable reading experience.  My six-year-old son, who loves animals, really likes this book, and I think I like it even more!