The only complete guide to finding and identifying all 108 of California's dragonfly and damselfly species. Includes; a general overview of dragonfly anatomy, behaviour, and life history; distribution maps; illustrations and photographs to aid identification; information on behaviour, habitat, and flight season; and tips on identification in the field and in the hand.
Timothy D. Manolis is an artist, illustrator, and biological consultant. From 1986 to 1990, he was the editor and art director of the magazine Mainstream. His papers on birds and his bird illustrations have appeared in many journals and magazines.