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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book, an early 20th-century study on the spread of the gipsy moth, explores how the species dispersed, using evidence from extensive field research conducted by the author. The gipsy moth, accidentally introduced to the United States in the 1800s, posed a threat to the nation's horticulture, forestry, and shade trees. Suppression efforts began in the 1890s, but the moth continued to spread. In response, the author was tasked with investigating the means of dispersal by which the species propagated so quickly, leading to the discovery that young caterpillars could be carried by the wind. The author's meticulously documented experiments provide valuable insights into the spread of the gipsy moth, emphasizing the importance of understanding insect behavior in controlling invasive species. Through detailed observations and data analysis, this book advances our knowledge of insect dispersal and contributes to the development of effective pest management strategies. 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. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781528327534_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781528327534
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781528327534
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)