Biology, Ecology, and Systematics of Australian Scelio: Wasp Parasitoids of Locust and Grasshopper E

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Wasps of the genus Scelio parasitise the eggs of pest locusts and grasshoppers, playing a major role in the regulation of orthopteran populations. This book presents detailed information on the sixty species of Scelio found on the Australian continent, half of which are newly described. Each species description is complemented with high-quality line drawings, micrographs and maps.

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" . . . a worthwhile investment for all students of parasitoid Hymenoptera and those involved with the control of grasshoppers and locusts."-- (01/01/2002)
"A much-needed work on this economically important insect group."--Dr Graeme Hamilton, Director Australian Plague Locust Commission
"I recommend the book to all those interested in grasshopper and locust control, scelionid systematics, and hymenopteran morphology and biology."--Dr Michael Sharkey, University of Kentucky"American Entomologist" (03/01/2003)
"This book is a ground-breaker in generic revisions. It is truly a leader in the field of taxonomy. It has a very high content of Australian material and is up-to-date. . . One of the aspects of this book that I find most worthwhile is that it surely will be a stimulus to those interested in biological control of pest grasshoppers and locusts. . . I have no hesitation in strongly recommending this book for the Best Natural History Text."-- (10/01/2003)