Applied entomology
- 2nd ed.
- New Delhi. : New Age Internatioal , 2009.
- xxi , 270p. ; PAPER BACK 24cm.
Zoology
Contents 1. Introduction 2. The practical importance of insects 3. Insect structure and function 4. Growth, development, metamorphosis 5. Reproduction and life circles 6. Insect identification and classification 7. Mites, and other non insect pests 8. Insects and plants 9. Predators, parasites and pathogens 10. The ecological background to pest control 11. Pest control principles and practices 12. The pest management concept 13. Lac culture 14. Silk culture 15. Apiculture 16. Storage of food grains in India 17. Bionomics and control of selected insect pest of crops and stored grains 18. Household insects 19. Collection, preservation and culture of insects 20. Information required in dealing with a pest problem