Predatory Mites in Biological Pest Control

Biological Control application depends on three types of bio-agents: Pathogens, Parasitoids, and Predators. Predators are varied in their taxa, biological aspects, behaviors, and targeted pests. There are numerous examples of predatory species in Arthropoda. Predatory mites are globally used to control several plant pests' damages. The most known group is Phytoseiidae. However, there are several other groups of mites which have high predatory potentialities. In this book, we will introduce other groups of predatory mites that are actively succeeded in controlling either above-ground (phytophagous pests) or below-ground (soil pests).

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The authors are a diverse group who are interested in several fields of Agricultural Entomology & Acarology. Prof Afia is interested in soil mites' biological aspects, Dr. Zidan is interested in invertebrate diversity in Agro-ecosystems, and Dr. El-Behery works in predatory insects and biological control.