The Stag Beetles (Family: Lucanidae) of Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore and Borneo

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Language: English

This is the first comprehensive book on the stag beetles (family: Lucanidae) of Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore and Borneo. Furthermore, the author has illustrated more than 200 species of stag beetles in full colour and life size out of the total of 242 species known to occur in this region. The extensive introduction contains a wealth of authoritative information on the natural history of stag beetles including their ecology, behaviour, classification and interrelationships with man. Practical details are given on rearing, and the techniques for setting up and maintaining a collection are described.

Adib Vincent Tung acquired the greater part of his knowledge from observations made during his earlier years when he started his collection of stag beetles and butterflies. Whenever possible, details of their appearance, sexual dimorphism, habitat, biology and range are provided. The result is a guide which will be indispensable both to the casual observer interested in the stag beetle fauna of this region and to the serious entomologist.

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Biography

Adib Vincent Tung is a member of the Royal Entomological Society of London, a member of the Malaysian Association of Company Secretaries, and a member of the Malaysian Marketing Association. He holds a Doctorate in Public Administration from Phoenix International University in the United States, with a major in Cross-Cultural Business Management. He was once a member of the London Zoological Society and is a member of several entomological societies. He is a professional management and secretarial consultant for American and Japanese businesses and has participated in numerous scientific expeditions as a volunteer scientist. He has been involved in various committees related to wildlife, tourism, and natural management for public and non-governmental organizations and has been invited to speak in these fields. Currently, he serves as the Chairman of the Perak Academy Council and has written over 100 articles and profiles on nature, butterflies, beetles, conservation, local history, and tourism.