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