Using Mating Disruption to Manage Gypsy Moth: A Review (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Name: Using Mating Disruption to Manage Gypsy Moth: A Review (Classic Reprint)
Author: Richard C. Reardon
ISBN: 9780366632404

Richard C. Reardon

9780366632404: Using Mating Disruption to Manage Gypsy Moth: A Review (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 036663240X ISBN 13: 9780366632404

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Effective pest management through pheromone science for low-density gypsy moth populations.

This concise compilation gathers historical and current information on using mating disruption to control sparse populations of the European gypsy moth. It explains how pheromone-based strategies fit into broader management programs and what this edition covers.

The book reviews the biology of gypsy moth mating, how pheromone disruption works in practice, and how researchers assess real-world effectiveness. It also tracks the development of different formulations, from early flakes to bead-based products, and discusses operational costs and practical limitations. Readers will find a clear guide to how these methods are applied, evaluated, and refined over time.

Explanations of mating disruption concepts and the roles of pheromone imitation in control efforts
Details on formulations such as Disrupt II flakes and Decoy GM beads, including application methods and release rates
Multiple methods used to assess effectiveness, from monitoring male flight to egg mass surveys
Considerations of costs, logistics, and regulatory status for operational use

Ideal for forestry professionals, researchers, and students seeking a practical overview of pheromone-based gypsy moth management.

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