Handbook of Pest Control (Mallis): The Behavior, Life History, and Control of Household Pests

Arnold Mallis

ISBN 10: 1890561029 / ISBN 13: 9781890561024

Published by GIE Media, Inc., 2011

About this Item

10th edition. 1500 pages. 9.20x6.10x2.70 inches. In Stock.

Seller Inventory # 1890561029

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Handbook of Pest Control (Mallis): The Behavior, Life History, and Control of Household Pests
• Publisher: GIE Media, Inc.
• Publication Date: 2011
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1890561029
• ISBN 13: 9781890561024
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Thiel, Karis
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 2.45 kilograms

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Synopsis

The tenth edition of the Mallis Handbook of Pest Control - an industry standard in education for more than 60 years, is the leading reference source in the structural pest control industry and is now available. It is a scientific guide and practical aid for the biology, behavior and control of structural pests.The 24-chapter publication provides pest control operators with the information needed to deliver effective, environmentally conscious pest management services in today's competitive business climate. Written in easy-to-understand language, the Mallis Handbook of Pest Control features more than 1,000 photographs and insect illustrations, including comprehensive insect keys and a special 70 page, color photo identification series.The publication includes 24 chapters written by 27 of today's leading entomologists, consultants, pest management professionals and researchers.Chapters include: Rats & Mice Cockroaches Termites Wood-Decay Fungi Wood-Boring Beetles Ectoparasites, Part One: Fleas & Lice Ectoparasites, Part Two: Mites & Ticks Ectoparasites, Part Three: Bed Bugs & Kissing Bugs Itches, Illusions & Phobias Fabric & Museum Pests Ants Stinging Arthropods Stored Product Pests Flies, Gnats & Midges Mosquitoes Spiders Vertebrate Pests Occasional Invaders & Overwintering Pests Insecticides & Pesticide Safety Fumigation Pheromones Equipment Legislation, Liability & Litigation Integrated Pest Management

About the Author

Stoy Hedges is the Technical Director for Terminix and is one of the best known authors in the pest control industry. He holds an entomology degree from Purdue University and is a Board Certified Entomologist.