The Fleas of North America: Classification, Identification, and Geographic Distribution of These Injurious and Disease-Spreading Insects

Henry Ellsworth Ewing

ISBN 10: 0461908980 / ISBN 13: 9780461908985

Published by HardPress Limited, 2021

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Fleas of North America: Classification, Identification, and Geographic Distribution of These Injurious and Disease-Spreading Insects
• Publisher: HardPress Limited
• Publication Date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0461908980
• ISBN 13: 9780461908985
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

"The Fleas of North America: Classification, Identification, and Geographic Distribution of These Injurious and Disease-Spreading Insects" by Henry Ellsworth Ewing is a comprehensive guide to the classification, identification, and geographic distribution of fleas in North America. The book provides detailed information on the structure of fleas, their economic importance, and their role in disease transmission. It includes a taxonomic index, key to families and subfamilies, and descriptions of genera and higher groups. The book highlights the importance of proper flea identification for disease prevention and control. The origin and relationships of fleas are also discussed, with a focus on their evolutionary history and classification. The book presents a systematic approach to understanding the diversity of fleas in North America, providing valuable insights for researchers, entomologists, and pest control professionals.