Dragonfly Hunters
This book delves deep into the fascinating world of dragonflies, unveiling the intricate predatory behaviors and feeding patterns of three significant species: the Wandering Glider, Ditch Jewel, and Granite Ghost. Through meticulous field observations and controlled experiments, this study presents comprehensive data on gut content analysis, predatory potential, and feeding capacity of both nymphs and adults. The research specifically examines the relationship between these skilled aerial predators and various prey species, with particular attention to mosquito larvae consumption. This work not only contributes to our understanding of dragonfly biology but also provides valuable insights into their potential role in biological pest control. With detailed analysis of sex-based differences in feeding capacity and comparative studies of biomass consumption, this research offers an essential resource for entomologists, ecologists, and pest management professionals interested in leveraging natural predator-prey relationships for agricultural and public health applications.
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Dragonfly Hunters
This book delves deep into the fascinating world of dragonflies, unveiling the intricate predatory behaviors and feeding patterns of three significant species: the Wandering Glider, Ditch Jewel, and Granite Ghost. Through meticulous field observations and controlled experiments, this study presents comprehensive data on gut content analysis, predatory potential, and feeding capacity of both nymphs and adults. The research specifically examines the relationship between these skilled aerial predators and various prey species, with particular attention to mosquito larvae consumption. This work not only contributes to our understanding of dragonfly biology but also provides valuable insights into their potential role in biological pest control. With detailed analysis of sex-based differences in feeding capacity and comparative studies of biomass consumption, this research offers an essential resource for entomologists, ecologists, and pest management professionals interested in leveraging natural predator-prey relationships for agricultural and public health applications.
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Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9786208449353 |
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| Publisher: | LAP Lambert Academic Publishing |
| Publication date: | 08/19/2025 |
| Pages: | 104 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.25(d) |
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