Title of article :
Modelling of two-dimensional spatial effects on the spread of forest pests and their management
Author/Authors :
Wilder، نويسنده , , J.W. and Christie، نويسنده , , I. and Colbert، نويسنده , , J.J.، نويسنده ,
Pages :
12
From page :
287
To page :
298
Abstract :
This work reports the modelling of forest pests, using a recent model for gypsy moth (Lymantria dispar (Lepidoptera: Lymantriidae)) populations in a two-dimensional, homogeneous stand of host trees. While the underlying dynamics of the model may be either periodic or chaotic, it was found that if spraying is done, the observed dynamics appear to be chaotic. In addition, it was found that in some cases, spraying with a strong pesticide can actually benefit the pest, increasing the amount of damage done to the foliage. Under some conditions it was found that a small land-owner may not be at a disadvantage if the area surrounding his/her land is not treated with a pesticide.
Keywords :
forest ecosystems , Gypsy moth , Pest management
Journal title :
Astroparticle Physics
Record number :
2079934
Link To Document :
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