Destructive and Useful Insects
Destructive and Useful Insects

Author: Robert Lee Metcalf

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 1124

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This revised and updated fifth edition emphasizes the movement away from heavy reliance on polluting and toxic chemicals to an ecologically-based strategy of integrated pest management (IPM). The book describes more than 600 important insect pests. Features include a detailed life history of each insect; field keys for species identification; properties and uses of pesticides; microbial insecticides, attractants, and repellents; comprehensive coverage of biological control, chemical ecology, and host-plant resistance; and important references to scientific literature

Destructive and Useful Insects
Destructive and Useful Insects

Author: Clell Lee Metcalf

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies

Published: 1962

Total Pages: 1112

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Insects as enemies of man. The value of insects to man. The morphology, physiology, and biochemistry of insects. The mouth parts of insects. Development and metamorphosis. The classification of insects. Insect control. The application of insecticides. Insects injurious to corn. Insects injurious to small grains. Insects injurious to legumes. Cotton insects. Tobacco insects. Insects injurious to vegetable gardens and truck crops. Insects injurious to deciduous fruits and bush fruits. Citrus insects. Insects attacking shade trees and shrubs. Insect pests of greenhouse and house plants and the flower garden. Household insects and pests of stored grains, seeds, and cereal products. Insects injurious to domestic animals. Insects thar attack and annoy man and affect his health.