
Entomology Redefined
Insect-Based Solutions For Agriculture
- 352 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Entomology Redefined
Insect-Based Solutions For Agriculture
About this book
Although their significance often goes unnoticed in our day-to-day lives, insects are diverse creatures that play an indispensable role in our ecosystems.
This book presents an in-depth discussion about the field of entomology and discusses the anatomy and physiology of insects, their unique body structures, and how they contribute to their diverse ways of life. It also details the mechanisms behind their behaviors – from intricate mating rituals to elaborate communication methods, and explores the vital roles insects play in pollination, nutrient cycling, and maintaining the delicate balance of ecosystems.
The subject matter of this book also includes stories of insect discovery, examples of research, and insights into the ongoing efforts to conserve insect diversity in the face of environmental challenges.
Print edition not for sale in India.
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Table of contents
- Cover Page
- Half Title page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Preface
- 1 Introduction to Entomology: Exploring the Fascinating World of Insects
- 2 Insect Taxonomy and Systematics: Advancements in Classification
- 3 Insect Morphology and Physiology: Insights into Form and Function
- 4 Insect Behaviour and Ecology: Unravelling Interaction in Natural World
- 5 Insect Life History Strategies: From Adaptations to Life Cycle
- 6 Insect Pest Management: Innovations in Integrated Pest Control Strategies
- 7 Insect Pathology: Biocontrol Agents for Sustainable Insect Management
- 8 Insect and Plant Interactions: Coevolution and Beyond
- 9 Insect Physiology and Biochemistry: Mechanisms and Signalling Pathways
- 10 Insect Communication: Chemical Signals and Pheromones
- 11 Insect Conservation and Biodiversity : Challenges and Conservation Strategies
- 12 Insect Ecological Interactions: From Trophic Cascades to Ecosystem Services
- 13 Insect-Microbe Interactions: Mutualism, Pathogenesis and Symbiosis
- 14 Insect Adaptation to Changing Environments: Climate Change and Urbanization
- 15 Insecticide Resistance Management Strategies for Sustainable Insect Control
- 16 Insect Surveillance and Monitoring: Advances in Detection and Surveillance Techniques
- 17 Insect Biomechanics: The Physical Principles Behind Insect Locomotion and Flight
- 18 Insect Chemical Ecology: From Semiochemical to Plant - Insect Interactions
- 19 Plant-Pollinator Interactions in the Face of Global Change
- 20 Effect of Climate Change on Plant-Insect Interaction