The Insects Destructive To Fruits (1903)

The Insects Destructive To Fruits is a book written by Mark Vernon Slingerland in 1903. This book is a comprehensive guide to the various insects that are harmful to fruits. It covers a wide range of insects, including beetles, moths, flies, and mites, and provides detailed information on their life cycles, habits, and the damage they cause to fruits.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific insect or group of insects. The chapters are arranged in a logical order, starting with the most common and destructive insects and progressing to the less common ones. The book includes detailed illustrations and photographs of the insects, their eggs, larvae, and pupae, as well as the damage they cause to fruits.The Insects Destructive To Fruits also provides practical advice on how to control and prevent insect damage to fruits. It includes information on the use of pesticides, natural predators, and cultural practices such as pruning and sanitation. The book also discusses the importance of monitoring fruit trees for insect damage and provides guidance on how to do so effectively.Overall, The Insects Destructive To Fruits is an essential resource for anyone involved in fruit production or gardening. Its detailed information and practical advice make it an invaluable tool for identifying and controlling insect pests that can damage fruits.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.