Control of Pests and Weeds by Natural Enemies: An Introduction to Biological ControlISBN: 978-1-4051-4571-8
Paperback
484 pages
May 2008, Wiley-Blackwell
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- A comprehensive, up-to-date textbook that looks at biological control from the perspective of invasive species, addressing both insect and weed pests
- Looks at the subject from new angles and makes comparisons between insect and weed biological control helpful to students
- Offers a detailed review of parasitoid diversity and ecology
- Covers safety testing and molecular techniques
- Essential reading for students taking courses in Invasive Species Biology, Pest Management or Crop Protection; also appropriate for Environmental Biology, Applied Biology, Agriculture, and Horticulture.
- An invaluable resource for professionals not directly involved in biocontrol including restorationists, agriculturalists, and wildlife monitors.