Ecology and Behaviour of the Ladybird Beetles (Coccinellidae) Hardcover - 2012 - 2nd Edition
by Ivo Hodek (Editor); A. Honek (Editor); Helmut F. Van Emden (Editor)
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Ladybirds are probably the best known predators of aphids and coccids in the world, though this greatly underestimates the diversity of their biology. Maximising their impact on their prey is an important element in modern conservation biological control of indigenous natural enemies in contrast to the classical approach of releasing alien species.
Ivo Hodek is one of the most internationally respected experts on coccinellids who has researched these insects for his entire career. He has now brought together 14 scientists of international standing to author 12 chapters, making this book the definitive treatment of coccinellid biology and ecology.
This volume covers the rapid scientific developments of recent years in the understanding of coccinellid phylogeny, the semiochemicals influencing their behaviour and of molecular genetics. Recent insights in relation to intraguild predation and the assessment of the predatory impact of coccinellids are also covered.
Other special features of the volume are the extensive references covering the literature from both East and West and a taxonomic glossary of the up-to-date nomenclature for species of coccinellids as well as of other organisms mentioned in the text.
While aimed at researchers, university teachers and agricultural entomologists, the book is readable and appropriate for others who just have a liking for these interesting and attractive insects.
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- Title Ecology and Behaviour of the Ladybird Beetles (Coccinellidae)
- Author Ivo Hodek (Editor); A. Honek (Editor); Helmut F. Van Emden (Editor)
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition number 2nd
- Edition 2
- Pages 600
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Wiley-Blackwell
- Date 2012
- Illustrated Yes
- ISBN 9781405184229 / 1405184221
- Weight 2.9 lbs (1.32 kg)
- Dimensions 9.8 x 7.5 x 1.2 in (24.89 x 19.05 x 3.05 cm)
- Library of Congress subjects Ladybugs
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2011045545
- Dewey Decimal Code 595.769
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