DENDROLOGY

TREE DISEASES AND PESTS

INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
It is important to identify ____ pests and now their characteristics
A
Flying
B
Biting
C
Sucking
D
Key
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An insect key is a tool used to determine the species of a given insect. Typically, insect keys are designed as dichotomous, or paired, couplets. A couplet is a choice between 2 options based on a description of a particular feature. Example: Insect size, antennae shape.

Detailed explanation-2: -Step 1: Examine the Plant. If you suspect an insect is causing problems, examine the plant. Check the leaves, top and bottom, looking for insects, caterpillars, and egg masses. Step 2: Identify the Type of Pest. Entomologists (insect specialists) often categorize insects by how they feed. Chewing insects eat leaves.

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