In Wading for Bugs, nearly two dozen aquatic biologistsshare their memorable encounters with stream insects. The contributors, based primarily in North America, work in diverse environments –from arctic to desert, from mountain streams to river valleys. Theyrepresent a wide range of expertise as authors of standard field texts, leaders in biomonitoring and assessment programs, directors of majorlaboratories, and specialists in aquatic ecology and taxonomy. The writings in Wading for Bugs allow readers to experience– through the eyes of the scientists – what it’s liketo study stream insects and to make discoveries that could help developbiological indicators for stream health. General summaries introduceeach insect order. Elegant insect drawings accompany each story, alongwith morphological, life history, and habitat information for eachspecies or family. Wading for Bugs will appeal to general readers as well asstudents, naturalists, and outdoor enthusiasts curious about streamsand the insects that live in them. | Wading for Bugs by Judith L. Li, Paperback | Indigo Chapters