Injurious And Useful Insects: An Introduction To The Study Of Economic Entomology (1902)

Injurious And Useful Insects: An Introduction To The Study Of Economic Entomology is a book written by Louis Compton Miall and published in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive introduction to the study of economic entomology, which is the branch of entomology that deals with insects that are important to humans, either as pests or beneficial organisms. The book is divided into two parts. The first part deals with injurious insects, which are those that cause damage to crops, livestock, and other economic resources. The second part deals with useful insects, which are those that are beneficial to humans, either as pollinators, predators of harmful insects, or producers of useful products such as honey and silk.The book covers a wide range of topics related to economic entomology, including the morphology and anatomy of insects, their life cycles, behavior, and ecology. It also discusses the various methods used to control insect pests, including chemical, biological, and cultural control methods.Injurious And Useful Insects: An Introduction To The Study Of Economic Entomology is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of insects and their impact on human society. It provides a wealth of information on the biology and ecology of insects, as well as practical advice on how to control insect pests and promote the beneficial insects that are essential to our food production systems.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.