Ecology of Insects: Concepts and Applications - 2nd Edition

Fully revised and updated to include new topical study areas, the second edition of the successful text the Ecology of Insects provides a balanced treatment of the theory and practice of pure and applied insect ecology. Includes new topical areas of insect ecology and provides greater coverage of physiological, genetic, molecular, and ecosystem aspects of insect ecology Concepts include the foundations of evolutionary ecology and population dynamics in ecosystem science as they are applied to topics such as climate change, conservation and biodiversity, epidemiology and pest management Fully updated and revised throughout, this new edition refers to primary literature and real world examples. To access the artwork from the book, please visit: http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/speightinsects. Fully Revised And Updated Throughout, Ecology Of Insects Has Expanded Its Coverage To Include New And Topical Areas Of Insect Ecology While Presenting A Thorough Treatment Of Basic Themes. Concepts Include The Foundations Of Evolutionary Ecology And Population Dynamics In Ecosystem Science As They Are Applied To Topics Such As Climate Change, Conservation And Biodiversity, Epidemiology, And Pest Management. Appropriate For General Readers, Professionals, And Students Of Varying Levels, This New Edition Also Provides Greater Coverage Of Physiological, Genetic, Molecular, And Ecosystem Aspects Of Insect Ecology, Using Exclusive Reference To Primary Literature And Real World Examples.--jacket. An Overview Of Insect Ecology -- Insects And Climate -- Insect Herbivores -- Resource Limitation -- Natural Enemies And Insect Population Dynamics -- Evolutionary Ecology -- Physiological Ecology -- Insects In Ecosystems -- Biodiversity -- Insect Conservation -- Insects And Diseases -- Insect Pest Management. Martin R. Speight, Mark D. Hunter, Allan D. Watt. Previous Ed.: Oxford: Blackwell Science, 1999. Includes Bibliographical References (p. [514]-596) And Indexes. Fully revised and updated to include new topical study areas, the second edition of the successful text the "Ecology of Insects" provides a balanced treatment of the theory and practice of pure and applied insect ecology. Includes new topical areas of insect ecology and provides greater coverage of physiological, genetic, molecular, and ecosystem aspects of insect ecology Concepts include the foundations of evolutionary ecology and population dynamics in ecosystem science as they are applied to topics such as climate change, conservation and biodiversity, epidemiology and pest management Fully updated and revised throughout, this new edition refers to primary literature and real world examples. To access the artwork from the book, please visit: http: //(http://www.blackwellpublishing.com/speightinsects) www.blackwellpublishing.com/speightin... . "Fully revised and updated throughout, Ecology of Insects has expanded its coverage to include new and topical areas of insect ecology while presenting a thorough treatment of basic themes. Concepts include the foundations of evolutionary ecology and population dynamics in ecosystem science as they are applied to topics such as climate change, conservation and biodiversity, epidemiology, and pest management. Appropriate for general readers, professionals, and students of varying levels, this new edition also provides greater coverage of physiological, genetic, molecular, and ecosystem aspects of insect ecology, using exclusive reference to primary literature and real world examples."--BOOK JACKET This comprehensive handbook guides mental health, medical, and allied health professionals through the process of planning and delivering individualized treatment services for those seeking help for obesity