Chemical Ecology of Insect Parasitoids

Insect parasitoids are a fascinating group of animals in manyrespects. Perhaps the most fascinating point is that these insects, in the course of the evolutionary time, have developed animpressive way to use chemical compounds to dialogue with thedifferent protagonists of their environment (i.e., conspecifics, their hosts and the plants on which their hosts areliving). Unravelling the evolutionary meaning of such chemicalcommunication networks can give new insights into the ecology ofthese insects and especially on how to improve their use for thecontrol of noxious pests in biological control programmes.

Chemical Ecology of Insect Parasitoids is a timelypublication, with organised chapters to present the most importantknowledge and discoveries that have taken place over the lastdecade, and their potential use in pest control strategy.Specific relevant case studies are presented to enhance thereader's experience.

Suited to graduate students and professional researchers andpractitioners in pest management, entomology, evolutionary biology, behavioural ecology, and chemical ecology, this book is essentialfor anyone needing information on this important group ofinsects.