Root feeders: an ecosystem perspective

Root feeders an ecosystem perspective

Root feeders have been classified as agricultural pests but can be used as biological control agents against invasive species and can affect community dynamics of plants, soil micro-organisms and populations of above ground organisms. This book presents a review of knowledge on root herbivores and i...

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Main Authors: Johnson, Scott N, Murray, Philip J
Format: eBook Book
Language:English
Published: Wallingford, UK CABI 2008
Cambridge, MA
Edition:1
Subjects:
Ecology
Insect nematodes
Roots (Botany)
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Summary:Root feeders have been classified as agricultural pests but can be used as biological control agents against invasive species and can affect community dynamics of plants, soil micro-organisms and populations of above ground organisms. This book presents a review of knowledge on root herbivores and illustrates their importance within ecosystems.
Bibliography:184593461X (alk. paper)
9781845934613 (alk. paper)
ISBN:184593461X
9781845934613
DOI:10.1079/9781845934613.0000