The Ecology of Insect Overwintering

Erscheinungsjahr 2006
ISBN: 978-0-521-55670-5
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 265 Seiten, Format (B × H): 152 mm x 229 mm, Gewicht: 440 g

Insect overwintering is a fascinating process involving many physiological, epidemiological, biochemical and behavioural changes. The study of the overwintering process can offer an insight into the development of insects, as well as help us to predict the patterns of crop damage and insect-borne disease caused by some insect species. This book provides a comprehensive account of the various forms of insect overwintering and highlights important areas of economic interest. It will be essential reading for advanced students and researchers in the fields of zoology, agriculture, forestry and ecology.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Leather, S. R.

Walters, K. F. A.

Bale, J. S.

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Tierkunde / Zoologie Tierökologie
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Tierkunde / Zoologie Wirbellose (Invertebrata) Insekten (Entomologie)

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Foreword; 1. Introduction; 2. The overwintering locale - suitability and selection; 3. The stimuli controlling diapause and overwintering; 4. Insect cold-hardiness; 5. Costs and benefits of overwintering; 6. Prediction and control; Bibliography; Index.