Home | Site map | Elsevier websites | Alerts
Elsevier
Product information search
Search all Elsevier sites
Search
Advanced Product Search
Go to Elsevier home page
SiteStat.jsp
APHIDS
AphidsTheir Biology, Natural Enemies and Control
To order this title, and for more information, click here

Edited By
A.K. Minks
P. Harrewijn

Included in series
World Crop Pests,

Description
In spite of the extensive attention given by research workers to aphids no comprehensive review has been published covering all aspects of aphid biology. A few small books exist on certain aspects of nomenclature, ecology, physiology and natural enemies. Aphid biology is studied by many specialists, all representing their own area of interest, therefore the only way to present this comprehensive review is by the multi-author approach. This three-volume work is compiled in a similar way to the first books in the series World Crop Pests: Spider Mites. The volumes contain contributions by more than 40 authors. In this first volume an account is given on morphology and systematics, anatomy, genetics, life cycles, ways of life, reproduction and polymorphism and interaction with the environment. These topics are followed by an in-depth study of evolution of aphids, especially in connection with the evolution of plants. In addition processes governing the development of population structure and speciation are elicited. The second volume starts with a section on techniques meant for those who want to do experiments with aphids, ranging from sampling techniques via electron microscopy and electrophysiology to the use of artificial diets. A special section is devoted to natural enemies and an elaborate account of the biological control of aphids is given. In the third volume, other aspects of crop protection are presented, starting with damage assessment (both direct damage and virus diseases) and discussing different methods of control, including behaviour modifying substances and the introduction of resistant host plants. This volume is concluded with a section on integrated control not only aiming at reduction in the use of insecticides, but also incorporates cultural measures. These volumes are primarily intended for entomologists and teachers at the higher scientific level, and are also ideal for libraries of Universities and Industries, as well as Agricultural Research Institutes.

Volumes

Volume 2C: Aphids: Aphids, Volume 2C: Aphids

Bibliographic & ordering Information

Volume 2C: Aphids - Aphids, Volume 2C: Aphids
Hardbound, ISBN: 0-444-42799-6, publication date: OCT-1989
Imprint: ELSEVIER
Price: Order form
USD 325
EUR 270
GBP 185

Books and book related electronic products are priced in US dollars (USD), euro (EUR), and Great Britain Pounds (GBP). USD prices apply to the Americas and Asia Pacific. EUR prices apply in Europe and the Middle East. GBP prices apply to the UK and all other countries.

See also information about conditions of sale & ordering procedures, and links to our regional sales offices.

090/907
Last update: 29 Aug 2008
Reviews
Submit your review
Bookmark this page
Recommend this publication
Overview of all books
Printer-friendly version   Printer-friendly version
 Home | Site map | Privacy policy | Terms and Conditions | Feedback | A Reed Elsevier company
 Copyright © 2008 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.