Veterinary Entomology

Livestock and Companion Animals
1. Auflage 2009
ISBN: 978-1-4200-6849-8
Verlag: CRC Press

Buch, Englisch, 376 Seiten, Format (B × H): 161 mm x 240 mm, Gewicht: 728 g

The first modern text dedicated to veterinary entomology, this work identifies those insects and related arthropods affecting the well being of livestock and companion animals. It provides detailed information on the problems they cause, while also offering guidelines on recommended pest management practices with a special emphasis on current trends and technology. The book covers cattle, swine, sheep and goats, poultry, pet animals, and horses. Written by a leading expert, this book is an excellent resource for all those involved with the handling and research of livestock and companion animals, as well as students in entomology, agricultural, and veterinarian science.

Zielgruppe

Undergraduate

Autoren/Hrsg.

Williams, Ralph E.

Fachgebiete

• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Tierkunde / Zoologie Wirbellose (Invertebrata) Insekten (Entomologie)
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Tierkunde / Zoologie Tierphysiologie
• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Veterinärmedizin Veterinärmedizin: Sonstige Disziplinen

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Importance of Anthropods. Principles of Arthropod Management. Flies (Diptera). Myiasis. Lice (Order Phthiraptera). Fleas (Order Siphonaptera). Mites. Ticks. Other Arthropod Groups of Veterinary Importance. Management of Cattle Pests (Range, Confinement, Dairy). Management of Swine Pests. Management of Sheep and Goat Pests. Management of Poultry Pests. Management of Equine Pests. Management of Pet Pests.

Über Autor(innen)

Ralph E. Williams, PhD, D-ABFE, is a Professor of Entomology at Purdue University and the Director of the Purdue Forensic Science Program. His area of focus is with arthropods of public health and veterinary importance and forensic entomology. As a veterinary entomologist, his emphasis is placed on addressing the continuous need for development of pest management strategies relative to the protection and productivity of livestock and poultry.