Moths and Caterpillars
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| Title: | Moths and Caterpillars |
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| Description: | •It is a comprehensive guide to the biology, behavior, and management of these important insects, with a focus on practical applications and emerging research. •The book starts with an overview of the fall armyworm, a pest that has become a major problem for maize crops and discusses the challenges and strategies for managing it. •The book discusses the use of pheromone application technology as a strategy for managing the codling moth. •The book explores the bioactive secondary metabolites found in the wild Antheraeamylitta silkworm cocoons and their potential uses in medicine and other industries. •The book delves into the functional morphology of gustatory organs in caterpillars, exploring how these organs allow caterpillars to detect and respond to their environment. •This book targets a wide audience of entomologists, biologists, ecologists, zoologists, teachers, and students. |
| Authors: | Sophie Clarke, Euroa Perry, |
| Resource Type: | eBook. |
| Categories: | SCIENCE / Life Sciences / Biology, SCIENCE / Life Sciences / Zoology / Entomology |
| Database: | eBook Collection (EBSCOhost) |
| Abstract: | •It is a comprehensive guide to the biology, behavior, and management of these important insects, with a focus on practical applications and emerging research. •The book starts with an overview of the fall armyworm, a pest that has become a major problem for maize crops and discusses the challenges and strategies for managing it. •The book discusses the use of pheromone application technology as a strategy for managing the codling moth. •The book explores the bioactive secondary metabolites found in the wild Antheraeamylitta silkworm cocoons and their potential uses in medicine and other industries. •The book delves into the functional morphology of gustatory organs in caterpillars, exploring how these organs allow caterpillars to detect and respond to their environment. •This book targets a wide audience of entomologists, biologists, ecologists, zoologists, teachers, and students. |
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| ISBN: | 9789390013203 9788119672622 |
