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Insect overwintering is a fascinating process involving many physiological, epidemiological, biochemical and behavioural changes. Its study can also be vital in predicting patterns of disease epidemic and crop destruction by some species. This book provides an overview of current knowledge.
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Foreword; 1. Introduction; 2. The overwintering locale - suitability and selection; 3. The stimuli controlling diapause and overwintering; 4. Insect cold-hardiness; 5. Costs and benefits of overwintering; 6. Prediction and control; Bibliography; Index.
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By: SR Leather, KA Walters and JS Bale
300 pages, 30 b/w photos, 40 line illus
'... [of] real value to a broad range of entomologists and ecologists.' Trends in Ecology and Evolution