Ecology And Behaviour Of The Ladybird Beetles Coccinellidae

Author : Ivo Hodek,A. Honek,Helmut F. van Emden
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 604 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2012-04-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118223222

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Ecology and Behaviour of the Ladybird Beetles (Coccinellidae) by Ivo Hodek,A. Honek,Helmut F. van Emden Pdf

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.

Author : Ivo Hodek,A. Honek,Helmut F. van Emden
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 605 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-05-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781405184229

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Ecology and Behaviour of the Ladybird Beetles (Coccinellidae) by Ivo Hodek,A. Honek,Helmut F. van Emden Pdf

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.

Author : M. E. N. Majerus
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 411 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2016-11-24
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781107116078

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A Natural History of Ladybird Beetles by M. E. N. Majerus Pdf

A comprehensive, full-colour work providing insights into recent advances in the ecological understanding of ladybirds.

Author : Jiahui Li,Hong Pang,Adam Slipinski
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2020-03-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781486303892

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Ladybird Beetles of the Australo-Pacific Region by Jiahui Li,Hong Pang,Adam Slipinski Pdf

True ladybirds, classified in the tribe Coccinellini, are easily recognisable by their relatively large and shiny bodies and contrasting colour patterns. They are one of the most widely studied groups of beetles, being of economic importance and used as model organisms in biological and ecological research. Ladybird Beetles of the Australo-Pacific Region covers 22 genera and 95 valid species, including 12 new species, of ladybird beetles from Australia, New Guinea and the Pacific area. For each species, descriptions, illustrations and keys will assist with the correct identification of ladybirds from this large but practically unknown fauna. This book is a valuable contribution to the taxonomy of the ladybirds and to the knowledge of the biodiversity of this unique biogeographic region. It will be of use to entomologists, biologists, ecologists, quarantine officers, natural history museum curators, and students.

Author : Helen E. Roy,Peter M. J. Brown,Richard F. Comont,Remy L. Poland,John J. Sloggett
Publisher : Pelagic Publishing Ltd
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781907807374

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Ladybirds by Helen E. Roy,Peter M. J. Brown,Richard F. Comont,Remy L. Poland,John J. Sloggett Pdf

This revised and updated edition of Ladybirds provides a succinct but comprehensive and accessible overview of the biology of ladybirds and their parasites, focusing on ecology in an evolutionary context. It provides the latest information, coverage of recent additions to the British list including the harlequin ladybird, and makes suggestions for further research, both short and long term, highlighting gaps in knowledge and showing readers how to get involved with recording and studying ladybirds. It includes updated keys for the identification of ladybirds at late-instar larval and adult stages, and techniques for studying ladybirds and their parasites in both laboratory and field. The authors hope that this book will be a valuable resource, not only for students, from school to university and beyond, but also for anyone with an interest in natural history, whether professional or recreational.

Author : John Acorn
Publisher : University of Alberta
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2007-04-30
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780888643810

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Ladybugs of Alberta by John Acorn Pdf

Eighty-one species accounts include an illustration, names, distinguishing characteristics, taxonomic comments, distribution, life-history and habitat-use summary, and conservation comments.

Author : Helen E. Roy,Eric Wajnberg
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2008-01-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402069390

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From Biological Control to Invasion: the Ladybird Harmonia axyridis as a Model Species by Helen E. Roy,Eric Wajnberg Pdf

Harmonia axyridis has been described as the “most invasive ladybird on Earth”. It has a long history of use as a classical biological control agent in the USA and more recently in Europe. This beetle has been effective at controlling pest insects in a variety of crop systems but it poses unacceptable risks by impacting on non-target species as both an intraguild predator and competitor. Written by renowned scientists, this book is a synthesis of recent research on H. axyridis and provides informative insights into current perspectives and future directions. Biological control is an essential component of sustainable agriculture but the distinction between a successful biological control agent and an invasive species can be narrow. We hope that lessons can be learnt from H. axyridis.

Author : Ivo Hodek,Alois Honek
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 475 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2013-03-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401713498

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Ecology of Coccinellidae by Ivo Hodek,Alois Honek Pdf

Coccinellids have been very actively studied in the course of the twenty three years since "Biology of Coccinellidae" was published. The great amount of new, and often very important findings have made the previous book outdated and a new synthesis is needed. No other monograph of similar focus and extent has appeared. Iablokoff Khnzorian's "Les Coccinelles" (1982), limited to the tribus Coccinellini, and Gor don's "The Coccinellidae of America North of Mexico" (1985) both concentrate on taxonomy. Majerus' beautiful "Ladybirds" (1994) deal specifically with British coc cinellids and address chiefly amateur naturalists. The focus and the title of the recent book are slightly different from the 1973 vol ume. If a satisfactory comprehensive review of important new findings is attempted, the book would grow too much, due also to References and Indexes. To keep the vol ume at a tolerable extent, the section on larval identification of Palaearctic species has been omitted; not much could be added to the previous version of that part, any way. However, we have kept Kovar's chapter on morphology and anatomy, because of its relation to feeding and other ecological aspects. The chapter on phylogeny was updated also by him. Our Polish friend, Piotr Ceryngier, who has recently specialised in parasites, updated perfectly the parts on parasites and pathogens in Chapter 8. We would be glad if their contribution is quoted by their names. It seems to us that the remarks, contained in the reprinted preface to the previous volume, remain pertinent today.

Author : Neeta Sharma
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 468 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2014-09-22
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781118533062

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Biological Controls for Preventing Food Deterioration by Neeta Sharma Pdf

Various biotic factors cause diseases in crops, which result in food losses. Historically pesticide development has been instructive to us in terms of the benefits derived as well as the hazards that accompany their indiscriminate use. The application of fertilizers and pesticides to crops has become a norm in agricultural production, but this has led to resurgence in pests as they have developed resistance to such chemicals. Biological control of plant pests and pathogens is part of the solution to this problem. This is an area that continues to inspire research and development. It is also the foundation on which sustainable, non-polluting pest control for tomorrow’s farms must be built. Biological Controls for Preventing FoodDeterioration provides readers with options of non-chemical, eco-friendly, environmentally safe natural alternatives to prevent food from spoilage at pre- and postharvest stages. It covers the principles behind these techniques and their implementation. By integrating theory and practice, this book discusses the potential and associated problems in the development of non-chemical alternatives to protect food and addresses the common hurdles that need to be overcome to enable commercialization and registration of natural products for combating diseases. Focussing on plant foods, this timely book is unique in scope as it offers an international perspective on food deterioration caused by bacterial, fungal, viral, and mycotoxin contamination. It brings together highly respected scientists from differingyet complementary disciplines in one unified work that is important reading for food safety professionals, researchers and students.

Author : Omkar
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 762 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2016-02-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128032664

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Ecofriendly Pest Management for Food Security by Omkar Pdf

Ecofriendly Pest Management for Food Security explores the broad range of opportunity and challenges afforded by Integrated Pest Management systems. The book focuses on the insect resistance that has developed as a result of pest control chemicals, and how new methods of environmentally complementary pest control can be used to suppress harmful organisms while protecting the soil, plants, and air around them. As the world’s population continues its rapid increase, this book addresses the production of cereals, vegetables, fruits, and other foods and their subsequent demand increase. Traditional means of food crop production face proven limitations and increasing research is turning to alternative means of crop growth and protection. Addresses environmentally focused pest control with specific attention to its role in food security and sustainability. Includes a range of pest management methods, from natural enemies to biomolecules. Written by experts with extensive real-world experience.

Author : A. F. G. Dixon
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2000-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521622034

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Insect Predator-Prey Dynamics by A. F. G. Dixon Pdf

Much of our understanding about insect predator-prey dynamics has been due to studies on insect parasitoids. But do true predators such as ladybird beetles really operate in a similar way and how does this affect their use in biological control? The extensive literature on ladybirds as biocontrol agents shows that their size and rate of development is very dependent on the nature of their prey. This volume explores basic ladybird biology, their association with their prey and its effect on development rate and body size. Optimal foraging theory, field observations and laboratory experiments are used to illustrate how ladybird larvae maximise their rate of energy intake, and ladybird adults their fitness. The interdependence of these life history parameters is then used to develop a simple predator-prey model which, with an analysis of the literature, highlights the specific attributes of potentially successful biocontrol agents for all those interested in predator-prey dynamics.

Author : Danny Haelewaters,John Losey,António Onofre Soares
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 105 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2022-11-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782832505403

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Ladybirds: Conservation, Ecology and Interactions with Other Organisms by Danny Haelewaters,John Losey,António Onofre Soares Pdf

Author : Adam Slipinski
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2013-06-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780643109926

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Australian Ladybird Beetles (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) by Adam Slipinski Pdf

This book, by Australia's ladybird beetle specialist, Dr Adam Slipinski, illustrates Australia's diverse and fascinating ladybird beetle fauna — the commoner spotted species and the many others that are striped, glossy, and even very hairy. Most are predatory, but some are leaf feeders. This book reviews all 57 currently recognised genera of Australian Coccinellidae, recognising 260 valid described species, and including some genera and species newly described here. All genera are diagnosed, described and illustrated and a key to their identification is provided. Larvae of 30 species are described, illustrated and keyed. Sets of colour and black and white plates display these often beautifully colourful beetles, and their key features. The book is a must for all people interested in Australia's beetle fauna, in biocontrol and in natural resource management. This book was originally published in hardback by Australian Biological Resources Study (ABRS) in 2007 and is now available in a digital format.

Author : Brígida Souza,Luis L. Vázquez,Rosangela C. Marucci
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 539 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2019-12-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030247331

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Natural Enemies of Insect Pests in Neotropical Agroecosystems by Brígida Souza,Luis L. Vázquez,Rosangela C. Marucci Pdf

This book aims to address the importance of natural enemies and functional diversity for biological control in Neotropical agroecosystems. Several aspects related to the conservation of natural enemies, such as vegetation design and climate change, are discussed in Part 1 and the bioecology of several insects groups used in biological control in Latin America is presented in Part 2. Part 3 is devoted to mass production of natural enemies while Part 4 describes how these insects have been used to control of pests in major crops, forests, pasture, weeds and plant diseases. Lastly, Part 5 reports Latin-American experiences of integration of biological in pest management programs.

Author : Ajay Kumar,Muhammad Bilal,Gustavo Santoyo,Joginder Singh Panwar
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 553 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2024-02-17
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780443153037

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Biocontrol Agents for Improved Agriculture by Ajay Kumar,Muhammad Bilal,Gustavo Santoyo,Joginder Singh Panwar Pdf

Biocontrol Agents for Improved Agriculture, a volume in the Plant and Soil Microbiome series, presents both an advanced and current description of the important role of plant and soil microbiome in plant disease management. Including the latest biotechnological interventions for harnessing plant and soil microbiome and their potential in controlling plant pathogen/ disease, as well as the commercialization of biocontrol products and exploration of microbial derived bioactive compounds, this book provides an important reference on the challenges of biocontrol products. Sections explore the bacterial and fungal species successfully applied as plant and soil inoculant for the effective management of plant diseases. As these microbial biocontrol agents not only suppress the plant disease, but also enhance the growth or agricultural production in sustainable ways, the book focuses on the molecular aspect of plant- pathogen interactions and their biocontrol strategies via the use of plant and soil microbiome. This book is an important reference for those seeking sustainable, safe options for protecting against microbial agricultural loss and environmental damage. Presents emerging microbial biocontrol strategies for addressing plant pathogens Covers production and commercialization of biocontrol products Includes accessible, informative illustrations of current trends in microbial biotechnology