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Gypsy moths: Geographic distribution and control. (Latest citations from the Biobusiness database). Published Search

Technical Report ·
OSTI ID:5104638

The bibliography contains citations concerning the forest pest, Lymantria dispar (gypsy moth). The occurrence, population dynamics, reproduction, environmental impact, and controls of gypsy moths are considered. Methods of control include use of insecticide, natural predators, introduced diseases, and local trapping. Economic impacts as well as environmental disruption due to major infestation in hardwood forests by this introduced pest are discussed. (Contains a minimum of 209 citations and includes a subject term index and title list.)

Research Organization:
NERAC, Inc., Tolland, CT (United States)
OSTI ID:
5104638
Report Number(s):
PB-94-874096/XAB
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English