A Dictionary of Entomology (Cabi) [Paperback]

G  Gordh (Author), D H  Headrick (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0851996558 | ISBN-13: 978-0851996554 | Publication Date: July 3, 2003 | Edition: First

This book is a comprehensive, fully cross-referenced collection of over 28,000 terms, names and phrases used in entomology, incorporating an estimated 43,000 definitions. It is the only listing which covers insect anatomy, behaviour, biology, ecology, histology, molecular biology, morphology, pest management, taxonomy and systematics. The origin, etymology, part of speech and definition of each term and phrase are all provided, including the language, meaning or root of each term and constituent parts. Where meanings have changed, or terms have been borrowed from other disciplines, the most current usage is indicated. The common names of insects, their scientific binomen and taxonomic classification are provided, with diagnoses of pest species in many cases. All insect order, suborder, superfamily, family and subfamily names are given, together with the diagnostic features of orders and families. Names of deceased entomologists, or scientists from other fields who have contributed to entomology are included, with the citation for their biography or obituary. This book is an essential reference source for all professionals and students of entomology and related disciplines.Note:The only dictionary of its kind available, covering all aspects of insect biology and taxonomy. Also includes the names of prominent entomologists.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A Dictionary of Entomology is the most complete reference of its kind available today... This is an extraordinary work of the highest scholarship, and this reviewer cannot find any reasonable fault with it". Abelardo C Moncayo, American Entomologist "Every serious entomologist should have a copy of this dictionary, and physicians and veterinarians dealing with insect-transmitted infections need to have a copy to hand". M W Service, Annals of Tropical Medicine and Parasitology"

About the Author

George Gordh, Honorary Professor, University of Queensland. David Headrick, Department of Entomology, University of California, Riverside.

Product Details

• Paperback: 1056 pages
• Publisher: CABI; First edition (July 3, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0851996558
• ISBN-13: 978-0851996554
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.8 x 2.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.9 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,925,033 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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