This PDF
is a guide for tutors on Malaria entomology and vector control and covers the
following topics related to Entomology : Introduction to malaria entomology,
Identification of malaria vectors, Sampling malaria vectors, Vector
incrimination and malaria control, Malaria vector control, Monitoring and
management of insecticide resistance, Vector control in different malaria
epidemiological strata.
Entomology is the branch of zoology or biological science
that deals with the study of insects. The contents of this lecture notes are as
follows : Introduction, Dominance of Class Insecta, Insect Integument, Body
segmentation and structure of Head, Structure of thorax and abdomen, Structure
and modifications of Antennae, Structure and modifications of mouth parts,
Structure and modifications of leg, Structure and modifications of wings,
Sensory and Sound producing organs, Metamorphosis and Seasonal adoptions,
Immature stages of Insects, Structure and functions of Digestive system,
Structure and functions of Circulatory system, Structure and functions of
excretory system, Structure and functions of Respiratory system, etc.
Author(s): Prof. Mochi A. S., K. K. Wagh College of
Agriculture, Nashik
This book includes, in simple and accessible terms, very
relevant topics such as the effect of pesticides, the impact of diseases and
their management, production and analysis of pollen present in honey, DNA
analysis, and sustainable management, among others. This book is answering an
expected need for accurate and international information for the productive
sector.
This note covers the
following topics: The Fable Of The Cigale and The Ant, The Cigale Leaves Its
Burrow, The Song Of The Cigale, The Cigale: The Eggs and Their Hatching, The
Mantis, The Golden Gardener, The Field Cricket, The Italian Cricket, The
Sisyphus Beetle, The Instinct Of Paternity, A Bee-hunter: The Philanthus
Aviporus, The Great Peacock Or Emperor Moth, The Oak Eggar Or Banded Monk, A
Truffle-hunter: The Bolboceras Gallicus, The Elephant-beetle, The Pea-weevil, An
Invader: The Haricot-weevil, The Grey Locust, The Pine-chafer.