A Preliminary List of Insects and Mites That Infest Some Important Browse Plants of Western Big Game (Classic Reprint)

This book presents a comprehensive list of insect species that damage important browse plants for western big game, including deer, elk, moose, and bighorn sheep. The author, a principal entomologist, has compiled records primarily from surveys conducted in Idaho and adjacent states, providing valuable information for those involved in the management or study of these shrubs. The book includes scientific names of insects, host plants, and affected plant parts to aid in identification and understanding the relationship between insects and browse plants. By examining the impact of insects on the nutritional value of these plants, this book highlights the significance of insect-plant interactions in shaping western big game ecosystems.