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Biological Control Of Invasive Plants In The United States
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Undesirable Invasive Plants Are Infesting Public And Private Lands In This Country At An Alarming Rate. These Nonnative Species Destroy Native Habitats, Threaten Endangered Plants And Animals, Interfere With Recreation And Transportation, And Cause Economic Losses As Land Values And Productivity Decline. Various Methods Are Used To Suppress Invasive Plants, From Herbicides To Burning To Cultivation. Classic Biological Controlin Which Selected Hostspecific, Plantattacking Insects, Mites, Nematodes, And Pathogens Are Introduced From The Invasive Plant'S Native Landsprovides An Additional Tool For Land Managers To Reduce Invasive Plant Populations. In This Volume, Leading Experts Review The Discipline Of Biological Control Of Invasive Terrestrial And Aquatic Plants. Topics Addressed Include The Ecology And Economics Of Biological Control, Monitoring, Nontarget Impacts, A Code Of Best Practices, And The Processes Of Identifying, Introducing, Distributing, And Maintaining Biological Control Agents. In Addition To Chapters On The Theory And Practice Of Biological Control, This Book Provides Information About 39 Target Plants In The Continental United States And 94 Agents, Including Their Origin, Biology, Habitat, Impacts, And Distribution. More Than 300 Color Photographs Help Identify The Plants And Agents. The Book Concludes With Information About Invasive Plants That Are Targeted For Biological Control In The Future. An Invaluable Reference For Land Managers, Natural Resource And Weed Control Specialists, And Students Of Natural Resource Management, Biological Control Of Invasive Plants In The United States Provides Practical, Sciencebased Information Needed For Understanding Andusing Biological Control As Part Of An Integrated Invasiveplant Management Strategy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Biological Control of Invasive Plants in the United States'? A: The book examines the methods and strategies for controlling invasive plant species in the United States, particularly through biological control techniques.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Eric M. Coombs, a leading expert in the field.
- Q: What type of information can I expect to find in this book? A: The book provides detailed insights into biological control methods, target plants, biological control agents, their ecology, and impacts, along with over 300 color photographs.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book has a total of 467 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for professionals or students? A: Yes, it is an invaluable reference for land managers, natural resource specialists, weed control professionals, and students of natural resource management.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The book is available in its First Edition, published on October 31, 2004.
- Q: What topics related to biological control are covered? A: Topics include the ecology and economics of biological control, monitoring, non-target impacts, and a Code of Best Practices.
- Q: Can this book help in identifying invasive plants? A: Yes, it includes information on 39 target invasive plants and their biological control agents, which aids in identification.
- Q: What format is the book available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What is the significance of biological control in managing invasive plants? A: Biological control provides a method to reduce invasive plant populations by introducing natural enemies that target these species, contributing to integrated invasive-plant management strategies.