Isbn: 9780331104752 - report of a trip to australia made under the direction of the entomologist to investigate the natural enemies of the fluted scale (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the travels of Albert Koebele, a US Department of Agriculture agent, who was tasked with traveling to Australia to study the natural enemies of the Fluted Scale, a devastating pest that was wreaking havoc on California's orange industry in the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Koebele's observations and discoveries during his trip, including the identification of several species of parasitic wasps and ladybugs that preyed on the scale. These discoveries played a crucial role in the development of biological control methods for the Fluted Scale, and ultimately led to the successful management of this invasive pest. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of biological control and the pioneering work of scientists like Albert Koebele, whose research laid the foundation for modern pest management practices. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…