Use of Microbes for Control and Eradication of Invasive Arthropods
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Beschreibung
This book offers a diverse presentation about use of arthropod-specific pathogens for control and eradication of invasive arthropod species. Basic concepts supporting use of pathogens for microbial control are covered as well as societal and environmental concerns. The major functional issues faced when utilizing pathogens for control of invasive arthropods are discussed in the context of case studies. The majority of the book is composed of chapters describing different invasive species that have been targeted with entomopathogens for control, using diverse strategies, in many cases with excellent results. These examples cover urban, agricultural and forestry situations, providing an overview of the issues that use of insect pathogens can present.
Covers use of arthropod-specific pathogens for control and eradication of invasive arthropod species Basic concepts are covered as well as societal and environmental concerns which can be of major importance when implementing this approach The majority of the book is composed of chapters describing different invasive species that have been targeted with entomopathogens for eradication and control, using a range of strategies, in many cases with excellent results The only compilation to date on use of microbial control agents to address the ever-increasing problems caused by invasive arthropods
Autor*in
Ann Hajek
Themen in »Use of Microbes for Control and Eradication of Invasive Arthropods«
Eradication Insect pathology Invasive species Lepidoptera Microbial control Pest management ecology Model invertebrates
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From the reviews:
“Chapters on ecology, eradication and control methods, and public policy are written by experts who collectively address a wide diversity of pests targeted with many kinds of microbes in many parts of the world. … The focus here on microbes and exotic pests is novel. … Summing Up: Highly recommended. Graduate students through professionals.” (M. K. Harris, Choice, Vol. 47 (7), March, 2010)
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