Use of microbes for control and eradication of invasive arthropods

This book offers a diverse presentation about use of arthropod-specific pathogens for control and eradication of invasive arthropod species. Basic conceptssupporting use of pathogens for microbial control are covered as well as societal and environmental concerns. The major functional issues faced when utilizing pathogens for control of invasive arthropods are discussed in the context of case studies. The majority of the book is composed of chapters describing different invasive species that have been targeted with entomopathogens for control, using diverse strategies, in many cases with excellent results. These examples cover urban, agricultural and forestry situations, providing an overview of the issues that use of insect pathogens can present. Covers use of arthropod-specific pathogens for control and eradication of invasive arthropod species Basic concepts are covered as well as societal and environmental concerns which can be of major importance when implementing this approach The only compilation to date on use of microbial control agents to address the ever-increasing problems caused by invasive arthropods INDICE: From the contents Dedication. Contributors. Preface. I Introduction. II Ecological Considerations. III Eradication: IV Control. V Safety and Public Issues. VI Conclusions. Index.

• ISBN: 978-1-4020-8559-8
• Editorial: Springer
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 364
• Fecha Publicación: 01/10/2008
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés