A Guide to Native Bees of Australia provides a detailed introduction to the estimated 2000 species of Australian bees. Illustrated with stunning photographs, it describes the form and function of bees, their  life-cycle stages, nest architecture, sociality and relationships with plants.

It also contains systematic accounts of the five families and 58 genera of  Australian bees. Photomicrographs of morphological characters and  identification keys allow identification of bees to genus level.

Natural  history enthusiasts, professional and amateur entomologists and beekeepers will  find this an essential guide.