Annotated Keys To The Genera Of Nearctic Chalcidoidea Hymenoptera

Author : Gary A. P. Gibson,John Theodore Huber,James Braden Woolley
Publisher : NRC Research Press
Page : 814 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Science
ISBN : 0660166690

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Annotated Keys to the Genera of Nearctic Chalcidoidea (Hymenoptera) by Gary A. P. Gibson,John Theodore Huber,James Braden Woolley Pdf

This publication presents illustrated keys to the 19 families and 706 described genera of Chalcidoidea known to occur in the Nearctic region (minimally America north of Mexico, but also including those areas of Mexico generally considered as having a Nearctic insect fauna). The first three chapters provide an introduction to this superfamily of wasps, most of whose members are parasites of other insects; a review of chalcidoid morphology as related to terms used in the keys & diagnoses; and an overview of the superfamily, including a 41 couplet key to families. Each of the remaining 19 chapters reviews one family & includes sections on recognition, systematics & relationships, biology, literature, an annotated key to the Nearctic genera, and for larger families an index to genera based on couplet number. Over 1,800 line drawings & electron micrographs illustrate the keys. Annotations include references to existing keys to species, estimated number of species, and known distribution & host range in the region.

Author : Eric Grissell,Michael E. Schauff
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Chalcid wasps
ISBN : MINN:31951D01459091N

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A Handbook of the Families of Nearctic Chalcidoidea (Hymenoptera) by Eric Grissell,Michael E. Schauff Pdf

Author : Andrew Austin,Mark Dowton
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 488 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Science
ISBN : 0643066101

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Hymenoptera by Andrew Austin,Mark Dowton Pdf

The Hymenoptera is one of the largest orders of terrestrial anthropods and compromises the sawflies, wasps, ants, bees and parasitic wasps. This book examines the current state of all major areas of research for this important group of insects, including systematics, biological control, behaviour and use in education.

Author : Hassan Ghahari,Gary Gibson,Gennaro Viggiani
Publisher : CABI
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2021-01-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781789248463

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Chalcidoidea of Iran by Hassan Ghahari,Gary Gibson,Gennaro Viggiani Pdf

The superfamily Chalcidoidea (Insecta, Hymenoptera) contains in excess of 26,000 described species worldwide, but with an estimated total diversity of more than 500,000 species the vast majority of species have yet to be discovered and described. Most chalcidoid species are parasitoids of hosts in at least 12 different insect orders, attacking the egg, larval or pupal stages, though phytophagy and other life cycles and hosts are known. Iran is the 18th largest country in the world and has a rich and diverse insect fauna, including Chalcidoidea. It is extremely interesting from a biogeographic point of view, and a paradise for an entomologist. This book summarizes the results of all prior research concerning species diversity of Iranian Chalcidoidea, including host records and distribution records by province in Iran as well as world distribution by country for 1,351 species of Chalcidoidea recorded from Iran through the end of 2019.

Author : Christer Hansson,Ekaterina Shevtsova
Publisher : PenSoft Publishers LTD
Page : 166 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2012-10-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789546426550

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Revision of the European species of Omphale Haliday (Hymenoptera, Chalcidoidea, Eulophidae) by Christer Hansson,Ekaterina Shevtsova Pdf

The European species of Omphale are revised, including 37 species, of which 11 are new. All species are described, thoroughly illustrated, and included in gender-specific identification keys. Two new morphological character-sets are introduced for the classification, male genitalia and wing interference patterns (WIPs). Both sets are used to identify species, and the former is also useful for classification of species-groups. Hosts are known for 14 species and all are primary endoparasitoids of immature stages of gall-midges (Diptera: Cecidomyiidae). Host preferences are unique for each species, suggesting host specialization as a driving force for speciation. Several of the species are known only from females or have a strong female-biased sex-ratio, indicating thelytokous parthenogenesis. Distributional data point to a pan-European distribution for most species. New synonyms and combinations affect the nomenclature in subfamily Entedoninae.

Author : Robert J. Marquis,Suzanne Koptur
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 645 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2022-04-22
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9783030866884

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Caterpillars in the Middle by Robert J. Marquis,Suzanne Koptur Pdf

Caterpillars are excellent model organisms for understanding how multiple selective forces shape the ecology and evolution of insects, and organisms in general. Recent research using the tools of modern molecular biology, genetics, metabolomics, microbial ecology, experiments conducted at a global level, network analysis, and statistical analyses of global data sets, combined with basic natural history, are yielding exciting new insights into caterpillar adaptations and ecology. The best way to view these research advances is within a framework of tri-trophic interactions. This is a timely topic for research given the central role of caterpillars and plants in the ecology and trophic structure of terrestrial communities. This book is unique in that it contains chapters from a team of experts on a diversity of key topics within caterpillar-plant interactions. This volume brings together contributions by researchers from around the globe, working in both tropical and temperate habitats, and in human-managed and more natural habitats. It is a significant contribution to our understanding of insect biology, and the role that insects, as represented by caterpillars, play in a world increasingly dominated by humans and one in which threats to insect biodiversity are mounting. Chapter 11 is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com. The Natural History of Caterpillar-Ant Associations" is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

Author : Michael W. Gates
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2008-06-24
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0520098501

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Species Revision and Generic Systematics of World Rileyinae (Hymenoptera: Eurytomidae) by Michael W. Gates Pdf

The subfamily Rileyinae (Hymenoptera: Eurytomidae) is redefined to contain 6 genera and 69 species for which keys are provided. Two morphological data sets, analyzed via maximum parsimony with PAUP*, yield hypotheses on the placement of Rileyinae within Eurytomidae and internal relationships of Rileyinae. Tables detailing host utilization for Eurytomidae (genera), Rileyinae (species), and confirmed/suspected plant associations for Rileyinae are included.

Author : Norman F. Johnson
Publisher : PenSoft Publishers LTD
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2009-09-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789546425126

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Advances in the systematics of Hymenoptera. by Norman F. Johnson Pdf

This issue celebrates the 75th birthday ofÿ Dr. Lubom?r Masner, a source of knowledge, enthusiasm, and inspiration for systematic entomologists in all fields, but especially for students of Hymenoptera. His unflagging dedication to the study of the parasitoid wasps of the superfamilies Proctotrupoidea, Platygastroidea, and Ceraphronoidea has completely transformed our understanding of the richness and evolutionaryÿ history of these insects. His zeal and innovation in collecting have not only dramatically enhanced the basis for our understanding of hymenopteran diversity, but also contributed to the development of the Canadian National Collection of Insects into one of the premiere systematic entomology research institutions in the world. Twenty-six authors have contributed to this volume in 17 papers on the systematics of the families Braconidae, Ceraphronidae, Chalcididae, Eucharitidae, Eupelmidae, Eurytomidae, Figitidae, Mymaridae, Platygastridae, Vespidae, and Xiphydriidae. Six new genera and 33 new species are described, encompassing fossil material as well as species from the Neotropical, Afrotropical, Oriental, and Australasian regions. A short biography of Dr. Masner is accompanied by a bibliography of his scientific papers, a list of taxa he has described over 55 years of research, and a list of taxa named in his honor.

Author : Albert K. Owen
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2011-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780520098879

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Revision of Ufens Girault, 1911 (Hymenoptera: Trichogrammatidae) by Albert K. Owen Pdf

The first worldwide revision of the wasp genus Ufens Girault, 1911 (Hymenoptera: Trichogrammatidae: Oligositinae) is presented. Ufens is known to parasitize primarily hemipteran eggs and is a cosmopolitan genus most common in temperate and semi-arid regions such as the southwestern United States and Australia. Forty-three species are recognized here. Included in the revision are five species formerly in the genus Ufensia, herein synonymized, and 32 new species. In addition, seven species are removed from Ufens and placed in renewed combination in Mirufens. Because thirteen nominal species remain unidentifiable they are treated as nomina dubia. A worldwide key to species is provided. A preliminary phylogenetic hypothesis is presented utilizing both molecular and morphological data in maximum parsimony analysis. Molecular data, however, are limited to twelve of the recognized species. Thirty-seven morphological characters were utilized, both alone and together with molecular data. Due to greater confidence in molecular results and overall lack of resolution, the results of the paired-down molecular plus morphological analysis were utilized as a backbone for analyzing the complete morphological data set. Overall, results are inconclusive, with few relationships consistently recovered. There does appear to be a Holarctic clade, but even this result is tenuous.

Author : Robert G. Foottit,Peter H. Adler
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2009-03-03
Category : Science
ISBN : 144430822X

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Insect Biodiversity by Robert G. Foottit,Peter H. Adler Pdf

Insect Biodiversity: Science and Society brings togetherleading scientific experts to assess the impact insects have onhumankind and the earth’s fragile ecosystems. It examines whyinsect biodiversity matters and how the rapid evolution of insectspecies is affecting us all. Insects and related arthropods make up more than 50 percent ofthe known animal diversity globally, yet a lack of knowledge aboutinsects is hindering the advance of science and society. This bookexplores the wide variety in type and number of insect species andtheir evolutionary relationships. Case studies offer assessments onhow insect biodiversity can help meet the needs of a rapidlyexpanding human population, and also examine the consequences thatan increased loss of insect species will have on the world. The book concludes that a better understanding of the biologyand ecology of insects is the only way to sustainably manageecosystems in an ever changing global environment.

Author : Fernando L. Consoli,José R. P. Parra,Roberto A. Zucchi
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2010-09-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402091100

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Egg Parasitoids in Agroecosystems with Emphasis on Trichogramma by Fernando L. Consoli,José R. P. Parra,Roberto A. Zucchi Pdf

Egg Parasitoids in Agroecosystems with emphasis on Trichogramma was conceived to help in the promotion of biological control through egg parasitoids by providing both basic and applied information. The book has a series of chapters dedicated to the understanding of egg parasitoid taxonomy, development, nutrition and reproduction, host recognition and utilization, and their distribution and host associations. There are also several chapters focusing on the mass production and commercialization of egg parasitoids for biological control, addressing important issues such as parasitoid quality control, the risk assessment of egg parasitoids to non-target species, the use of egg parasitoids in integrated pest management programs and the impact of GMO on these natural enemies. Chapters provide an in depth analysis of the literature available, are richly illustrated, and propose future trends.

Author : Gordon W. Frankie,Alfonso Mata,S. Bradleigh Vinson
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2004-02-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780520937772

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Biodiversity Conservation in Costa Rica by Gordon W. Frankie,Alfonso Mata,S. Bradleigh Vinson Pdf

The beautiful tropical dry forest of northwest Costa Rica, with its highly seasonal rainfall and diversely vegetated landscape, is disappearing even more rapidly than Costa Rica's better-known rain forest, primarily because it has been easier to convert to agriculture. This book, based on more than thirty years of study, offers the first comprehensive look at the ecology, biodiversity, and conservation status of this endangered and fragile region. The contributors, from Costa Rica, Britain, Mexico, and the United States, and representing the fields of ecology, environmental education, policy, and the law, examine the major plant and animal groups living in the dry forest and present the first technical evaluation of Costa Rica's conservation efforts. As they assess the status of their area of specialty in the dry forest, the contributors also look beyond this particular region to show how its plants and animals are ecologically and evolutionarily connected to other geographic areas in Costa Rica and Central America. Their chapters cover topics such as watershed and coastal management, plant phenology, pollination, insects, birds, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles. They also consider the socioeconomic, policy, legal, and political aspects of biodiversity conservation, giving the volume a wide-ranging perspective and making a unique contribution to our knowledge of the tropical dry forest. The book concludes with an important synthesis of the contributors' recommendations on future directions, policies, and actions that will better conserve biodiversity in Costa Rica and other neotropical forests as well.

Author : Gary A. P. Gibson
Publisher : PenSoft Publishers LTD
Page : 83 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2010-09-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789546425591

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Calosota Curtis (Hymenoptera: Chalcidoidea: Eupelmidae) ? review of the New World and European fauna including revision of species from the West Indies and Central and North America by Gary A. P. Gibson Pdf

The species of Calosota Curtis (Hymenoptera: Eupelmidae) from the New World and Europe are reviewed. An illustrated key is provided to differentiate 11 species recognized from the West Indies and Central and North America, 7 new species are described, and 3 new synonyms, 2 new combinations and 1 revived status are proposed.

Author : Christopher Williams,Mike Gormally,James Moran,Rory Mc Donnell
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 169 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2023-02-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832512852

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Conservation of Invertebrates in Agricultural Landscapes by Christopher Williams,Mike Gormally,James Moran,Rory Mc Donnell Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 1610 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Canada Imprints
ISBN : 00688398

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Canadian Books in Print. Author and Title Index by Anonim Pdf