Handbook of Major Palm Pests: Biology and Management
Handbook of Major Palm Pests: Biology and Management
Editor/Author
Soroker, Victoria and Colazza, Stefano
Publication Year: 2017
Publisher: Wiley
Single-User Purchase Price:
$220.00

Unlimited-User Purchase Price:
$330.00
ISBN: 978-1-119-05745-1
Category: Science - Biology
Image Count:
137
Book Status: Available
Table of Contents
Handbook of Major Palm Pests: Biology and Management contains the most comprehensive and up-to-date information on the red palm weevil and the palm borer moth, two newly emergent invasive palm pests which are adversely affecting palm trees around the world. It provides state-of-the-art scientific information on the ecology, biology, and management of palm pests from a global group of experts in the field.
Table of Contents
- Contributors
- Nomenclature
- N1: Common palm names
- N2: Palm organs
- N3: Semiochemicals
- Introduction
- Invasive Alien Species
- R. ferrugineus and P. archon: Invasive Pests of Palm Trees
- Palm Protect
- Overview
- Conclusion
- Acknowledgment
- References
- Chapter 1: Some Representative Palm Pests: Ecological and Practical Data
- 1.1 Introduction
- 1.2 General Features About Palms and their Pests
- 1.3 Crown and Stem Borers
- 1.4 Defoliators of Fronds (= Leaves)
- 1.5 Sap and Frond (= Leaves) Feeders?
- 1.6 Inflorescence and Fruit Borers
- 1.7 Roots
- 1.8 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 2: Morphology and Physiology of Palm Trees as Related to Rhynchophorus ferrugineus and Paysandisia archon Infestation and Management
- 2.1 Introduction
- 2.2 Palms in Europe and the Mediterranean Basin
- 2.3 Palm Morphology and Anatomy
- 2.4 The Palm Crown
- 2.5 The Structure of the Palm Stem
- 2.6 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 3: Economic and Social Impacts of Rhynchophorus ferrugineus and Paysandisia archon on Palms
- 3.1 Introduction
- 3.2 Ecosystem Services Provided by Palms
- 3.3 Impacts and Costs of Mitigation
- 3.4 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 4: Rhynchophorus ferrugineus: Taxonomy, Distribution, Biology, and Life Cycle
- 4.1 Introduction
- 4.2 Taxonomy and Distribution
- 4.3 Biology and Host Plants
- 4.4 Life Cycle and Adaptation to the Temperate and Desert Areas
- 4.5 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 5: Rhynchophorus ferrugineus: Behavior, Ecology, and Communication
- 5.1 Introduction
- 5.2 Main Behaviors Involved in Species Dynamics
- 5.3 Chemical Cues
- 5.4 Vision and Visual Cues
- 5.5 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 6: Paysandisia archon: Taxonomy, Distribution, Biology, and Life Cycle
- 6.1 Introduction
- 6.2 Taxonomy of the Castniidae
- 6.3 Distribution of P. archon
- 6.4 Morphology of P. archon Stages
- 6.5 Biology
- 6.6 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 7: Paysandisia archon: Behavior, Ecology, and Communication
- 7.1 Introduction
- 7.2 P. archon Reproductive Behavior
- 7.3 Host-Finding and Chemical Cues
- 7.4 Visual Cues: Their Roles in Mate and Host Location
- References
- Chapter 8: Natural Enemies of Rhynchophorus ferrugineus and Paysandisia archon
- 8.1 Introduction
- 8.2 Natural Enemies
- 8.3 Perspectives on Biological Control of R. ferrugineus and P. archon
- References
- Chapter 9: Visual Identification and Characterization of Rhynchophorus ferrugineus and Paysandisia archon Infestation
- 9.1 Introduction
- 9.2 Non-Pathognomonic Symptoms
- 9.3 Pathognomonic Symptoms
- 9.4 Identification of RPW Infestation
- 9.5 Identification of PBM Infestation
- 9.6 Simultaneous Infestation of Both Pests and Co-Occurrence with Other Pests or Diseases
- 9.7 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 10: Surveillance Techniques and Detection Methods for Rhynchophorus ferrugineus and Paysandisia archon
- 10.1 Introduction
- 10.2 Acoustic Detection
- 10.3 Chemical Detection
- 10.4 Thermal Detection
- 10.5 Detection of Pest Distribution by Monitoring Traps
- 10.6 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 11: CPLAS Information System as a Monitoring Tool for Integrated Management of Palm Pests
- 11.1 Introduction
- 11.2 CPLAS Architecture and Functions
- 11.3 Web-mapping Service of CPLAS
- 11.4 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 12: Control Measures Against Rhynchophorus ferrugineus and Paysandisia archon
- 12.1 Why Control of R. ferrugineus and P. archon is so Difficult: Reasons to Deal with Both of these Pests Together
- 12.2 Current Control Methods
- 12.3 Future Needs and Trends
- References
- Chapter 13: Action Programs for Rhynchophorus ferrugineus and Paysandisia archon
- 13.1 Introduction
- 13.2 General Measures against all IAS
- 13.3 Threats and Risks presented by IAS: The case of RPW and PBM
- 13.4 The Action Plan as Part of a Global Strategy for the Containment of RPW and PBM Infestations
- 13.5 Analysis of Pest Status and Distribution of RPW and PBM as a Strategy for Detecting Change and Emerging Impacts
- 13.6 Establishing Effective Systems to Assess Risk and Prioritize Management
- 13.7 Definition of an Early Warning and Monitoring System
- 13.8 Citizen Involvement in Undertaking Voluntary Measures to Counteract the Spread of RPW and PBM
- 13.9 Setup of an RPW and PBM Portal Online
- 13.10 Development of Funding Mechanisms to Manage RPW and PBM Infestations
- 13.11 Case Studies
- 13.12 Action Programs for Agricultural and Non-Agricultural Areas
- 13.13 Conclusion and Future Outlook
- References