A5037369623- Insect-Plant Interactions and Control
- Plant and animal studies
- Forest Insect Ecology and Management
- Insect and Pesticide Research
- Insect and Arachnid Ecology and Behavior
- Ecology and Vegetation Dynamics Studies
- Plant Parasitism and Resistance
- Entomological Studies and Ecology
- Species Distribution and Climate Change
- Insect Pest Control Strategies
- Insect behavior and control techniques
- Insect Pheromone Research and Control
- Forest Ecology and Biodiversity Studies
- Animal and Plant Science Education
- Lepidoptera: Biology and Taxonomy
- Fire effects on ecosystems
- Parasite Biology and Host Interactions
- Entomopathogenic Microorganisms in Pest Control
- Agricultural pest management studies
- Agronomic Practices and Intercropping Systems
- Nematode management and characterization studies
- Insect symbiosis and bacterial influences
- Avian ecology and behavior
- Animal Ecology and Behavior Studies
- Insect Utilization and Effects
Harper Adams University
2014-2023
John Wiley & Sons (United Kingdom)
2018-2019
Imperial College London
2006-2017
University of Reading
2008-2012
Rothamsted Research
2011
University of Southampton
2009
Purdue University West Lafayette
2008
College of the North Atlantic
2008
Imperial Valley College
2007
University of Wisconsin–Madison
2002
Abstract Many insect species are under threat from the anthropogenic drivers of global change. There have been numerous well‐documented examples population declines and extinctions in scientific literature, but recent weaker studies making extreme claims a crisis drawn widespread media coverage brought unprecedented public attention. This spotlight might be double‐edged sword if veracity alarmist decline statements do not stand up to close scrutiny. We identify seven key challenges drawing...
Abstract Climate warming is considered to be among the most serious of anthropogenic stresses environment, because it not only has direct effects on biodiversity, but also exacerbates harmful other human‐mediated threats. The associated consequences are potentially severe, particularly in terms threats species preservation, as well preservation an array ecosystem services provided by biodiversity. Among affected groups animals insects—central components many ecosystems—for which climate...
Four years ago a group of German entomologists reported that there had been huge reduction in the biomass insects caught using Malaise traps sited 63 nature reserves since 1989 (Sorg et al., 2013). This shocking observation went almost unnoticed until reanalysis data appeared recently (Hallmann 2017). The latter paper generated flurry media activity and phrase "Ecological Armageddon" swiftly circled globe. Although not denying decline reported, are number caveats should be considered when...
Abstract The last 3 years have seen a global outbreak of media headlines predicting insect apocalypse and subsequent collapse natural ecosystems, so‐called ‘ecological armageddon’ resulting in the demise human civilisation as we know it. Despite worrying implications these papers, all studies on extinction to date clearly reflect Prestonian shortfall, general lack knowledge abundance species their trends space time. Data currently available concerning invariably suffer from phylogenetic,...
Entomology is key to understanding terrestrial and freshwater ecosystems at a time of unprecedented anthropogenic environmental change offers substantial untapped potential benefit humanity in variety ways, from improving agricultural practices managing vector-borne diseases inspiring technological advances.We identified high priority challenges for entomology using an inclusive, open, democratic four-stage prioritisation approach, conducted among the membership affiliates (hereafter...
Abstract The biology and pest status of Hylobius abietis Linnaeus in Europe are critically reviewed. New data presented the relationships between weevil its host plants considered. In Europe, H. is major establishment forestry causing millions ECUs damage annually perpetuating addition insecticide residues to sensitive habitats. Predator parasitoid complexes Britain compared contrasted. lack knowledge processes involved adult dispersal longevity highlighted as areas concern. behaviour larval...
1. For a full assessment of explanations for the evolution host‐specificity it is necessary to estimate probability that dispersing parasite finds host. We develop method estimating this success rate from samples parasites and populations resident on hosts. 2. Applying data bird cherry‐oat aphid, Rhopalosiphum padi (L.), southern Scotland in 1984–92, we 0·6% autumn migrants find 3. With such low rate, there should be selection broadening host range, include any which colonist's fitness more...
Abstract The biology and pest status of Rhopalosiphum padi (L.) in Europe are critically reviewed. New data presented the temporal occurrence aphid its host-plants considered. In Britain, R. is a mainly because ability to transmit virus diseases, particular barley yellow dwarf virus. other European countries, especially Scandinavia, own right. Predator parasite complexes Britain Finland compared contrasted. as cereals with that Sitobion avenae (F.) Metopolophium dirhodum (Walker). It...
Abstract Aphid size, although generally a good indicator of fecundity is not aphid performance over wide range conditions. In general, the greater mean relative growth rate (MRGR) apterous morphs Rhopalosiphum padi (L.), their fecundity. Intrinsic increase (r m ) even more closely correlated with than Once these criteria are quantified for morph particular species conditions intrinsic on host can be estimated by quick measure its rate. RÉSUMÉ Croissance des pucerons et taux de multiplication...
SUMMARY Apterous Rhopalosiphum padi on the first leaf of cereal plants, developed faster and were more fecund at seedling to stem extension barley, tillering earing oats wheat. Feeding site a mature plant also affected rate development fecundity aphids; largest most stems oat wheat plants. The consequences these variations in reproductive performance are discussed relation population dynamics R. its possible pest status Britain.
Despite the importance of a thorough understanding effect synthetic fertiliser on insect population dynamics, existing literature is conflicting and an area intense debate. Here, categorical random‐effects meta‐analysis vote count are employed to examine effects nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K) NPK dynamics. In agreement with general consensus, insects were found respond positively, overall, fertilisers. Sucking showed much stronger response fertilisers than chewing insects. The...
Abstract Vertical farming is an emerging area of food production that aims to provide sustainable intensification agriculture by maximising the obtainable yield per unit land. This approach commonly utilises stacked horizontal levels crop growth in glasshouse or controlled environment (CE) facilities. has, however, received relatively little scientific investigation date. Consequently, important factors such as economic feasibility, system design and optimisation methods are still being...