Mimicry In Butterflies (1915)

""Mimicry in Butterflies"" is a scientific study of the phenomenon of mimicry in butterflies, written by Reginald Crundall Punnett and first published in 1915. The book explores the remarkable ability of certain butterflies to mimic the appearance of other species, and the evolutionary advantages that this provides. Punnett examines the various forms of mimicry, including Batesian mimicry, in which a harmless species mimics the warning signals of a poisonous one, and M�����llerian mimicry, in which two or more poisonous species evolve similar warning signals. The book includes detailed descriptions and illustrations of many different species of butterflies, and Punnett's analysis of their evolutionary relationships and adaptations. ""Mimicry in Butterflies"" is a classic work of natural history, and remains an important reference for scientists and enthusiasts interested in the fascinating world of butterfly mimicry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.