The Cane Grubs of Australia, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint)

A. P. Dodd

ISBN 10: 1333263651 / ISBN 13: 9781333263652

Published by Forgotten Books, 2016

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book charts the classification of sugarcane pests found in Australia, providing a timeline of their evolution and detailing their significance to sugar production. The author has set out to establish a definitive reference guide for researchers and entomologists, bringing together previously scattered data and organizing it logically to provide a comprehensive overview of the subject. In addition to providing vital information on the pests themselves, this book contains a wealth of practical advice on the best methods of prevention and control, making it a valuable resource for farmers and agricultural professionals alike. 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.

Seller Inventory # 9781333263652_0

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Cane Grubs of Australia, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1333263651
• ISBN 13: 9781333263652
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Fauna

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Synopsis

The Cane Grubs of Australia offers field-tested insights into the life of cane pests, with practical observations from many seasons.

This volume continues the investigation into Scarabaeidae pests in Australian cane fields. It compiles larval development, from early instars to Stage III, plus pupation timing and adult emergence. Readers will find notes on how life cycles vary by species, soil type, and habitat, including jungle and cultivated fields. The work also covers related parasites and how they interact with the grub populations.

• Detailed lifecycle timelines for multiple Lepidiota and related species, including larval stages, pupation, and adult emergence dates
• Field observations on where these beetles are most active, such as jungle canefields, forest edges, and soil types
• Descriptions of how some species have two-year life cycles and how that affects field management
• Information on natural enemies and parasites, including scoliid and dexid insects, and their impact on grub populations

Ideal for readers of agricultural entomology, cane farmers, extension workers, and researchers who need practical, evidence-based notes on cane grub behavior and control.