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Aphids Unveiled: The Saga of Nature's Most Irritating Insects
 
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ISBN13:9781032883465
ISBN10:1032883464
Binding:Paperback
No. of pages:112 pages
Size:234x156 mm
Language:English
Illustrations: 71 Illustrations, color; 9 Halftones, color; 62 Line drawings, color
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Aphids Unveiled

The Saga of Nature's Most Irritating Insects
 
Edition number: 1
Publisher: CRC Press
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Aphids Unveiled explores the curious journey of these tiny insects from humble beginnings to becoming the most obnoxious pests for farmers and home gardeners alike. With a witty narrative style and a touch of humor, the book aims to engage readers with the quirky behaviors, social structures, and survival strategies of aphids.

Long description:

Aphids Unveiled: The Saga of Nature's Most Irritating Insects explores the curious journey of these tiny insects from humble beginnings to becoming the most obnoxious pests for farmers and home gardeners alike. With a witty narrative style and a touch of humor, the book aims to engage readers with the quirky behaviors, social structures, and survival strategies of aphids, all while unraveling the reasons behind their impact on agriculture and horticulture.


Amanda Rose Newton brings over a decade of experience in both the horticulture and pest control worlds to write for a broad audience, from gardening enthusiasts seeking effective pest management strategies to science enthusiasts interested in a lighthearted exploration of the natural world. As an entomologist and professor, her writing uniquely blends expertise with a passion for storytelling, ensuring Aphids Unveiled is not only informative but also an entertaining read.



"The author of Aphids Unveiled uses a funny and engaging style to share info about aphids, from their beginnings to why they bug farmers and gardeners. With the author being an insect expert and professor, the book is both informative and fun. The mix of science knowledge and storytelling make it interesting for a wide audience, from people into gardening to those who just like learning about nature. Aphids Unveiled fills a gap by giving us a good and enjoyable look into these often ignored but important insects."


Professor Ahmet Bayram, Applied Agricultural Entomologist, Dicle University, Turkey

Table of Contents:

1. The Rise of the Tiny Tyrants 2. Aphid Anthropology 3. The Aphid Arsenal 4. Love Bugs: Aphid Romance Revealed. 5. Aphids and Agriculture: A Rocky Relationship 6. The Gardeners' Woe 7. Human Interaction and Cultural Significance 8. Economic Impact of Aphids 9. Tomorrow Land: Future Directions 10. Conclusion: A Call to Arms (and Legs)