Isbn: 9780282283940 - mémoires sur les lépidoptères, 1901, vol. 8 (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book documents and describes the complex diversity within the Phycitinae and Galleriinae subfamilies of moths, a group of insects widely recognized for their significant impact on various agricultural products worldwide. These moths, commonly known as the ""Indian-Meal Moths"", have been identified as serious pests in the storage of grains and other dried plant materials, impacting global food security and causing extensive economic losses. Comprehensively illustrated with detailed drawings and color photographs, this volume provides insights into the morphology, classification, and distribution of these moths. The author meticulously describes the intricate patterns and coloration that distinguish each species, facilitating accurate identification and enabling researchers to delve deeper into their life cycles and behaviors. In addition to their economic significance, the book explores the intriguing evolutionary history of the Phycitinae and Galleriinae moths, tracing their origins and dispersal patterns across diverse geographical regions. It also examines their ecological roles, highlighting their interactions with host plants and their contributions to broader ecosystems. Through its rigorous scientific approach and wealth of information, this book serves as an invaluable resource for entomologists, agriculturalists, and conservationists alike. It deepens our understanding of these ecologically and economically important insects, paving the way for effective pest management strategies and the preservation of biodiversity. 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.…