9781390467055 - A Comparison of Radiographic and Bark-Removal Methods for Sampling of Mountain Pine Beetle Populations (Classic Reprint) de Amman, Gene D. (1 resultados)

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book contributes to the scientific knowledge on how to best study and sample populations of mountain pine beetles, a notorious species that attacks and kills pine trees. The author meticulously compares two well established methods: radiography (X-ray imaging) and bark removal. Findings suggest that both approaches offer comparable results. However, the radiographic method is found to be more costly, time consuming, and less effective in determining the causes of beetle mortality. Additionally, it negatively impacts beetle populations in sampled areas, which can distort research outcomes. The book underscores the importance of selecting the most appropriate sampling method based on specific research objectives and resource limitations. It also highlights the need for continued advancements in entomological techniques to improve the accuracy and efficiency of insect population studies. 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.