Lawson Caesar Spencer (1 results)

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the discovery of two species of Cherry Fruit Flies in Ontario, their identification as pests, and the effective means developed to control them. The author, a leading entomologist, discovered these flies in 1910 and 1912. By 1914, after extensive study of their life history, a simple and inexpensive method of control using sweetened poison was developed. The author's observations on their behavior, life cycle, natural enemies, and susceptibility to specific poisons provide valuable insights for both researchers and growers. This book offers a comprehensive study of these pests and their management, emphasizing the significance of understanding insect behavior and habits in developing effective control measures. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.