Biology, Physiological Ecology and Management of Invasive Ants
A special issue of Insects (ISSN 2075-4450).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 September 2024 | Viewed by 1474
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Invasive alien ants have been known to proliferate extensively in invaded areas, causing severe damage not only to native ecosystems but also to human societies. Recently, the incidence of invasive alien ants migrating into novel areas and/or countries has continued to rise, with the addition of novel species to the list of invasive alien ants. Information regarding the biology of these invasive alien ants, as well as effective early detection and control techniques, has proven invaluable for accurate identification and eradication.
Therefore, we are pleased to announce the publication of a Special Issue on Insects titled "Biology, Physiological Ecology and Management of Invasive Ants". This Special Issue focuses on the biological features of invasive alien ants and technologies for their early detection and control. We welcome contributions related to research on the impacts of invasive alien ants on native ecosystems in invaded areas, studies on novel monitoring and control methods, and assessments of the effects of pesticides on non-target organisms. Also, we also welcome research into the behavior and ecology of invasive alien ants in their native range. Furthermore, research on laboratory-based behavioral observations and the evaluation of pesticide efficacy is highly encouraged. Key research topics include applied entomology, behavioral ecology, and pesticide science, among others.
We welcome submissions of original research papers and reviews for this special issue.
Dr. Hironori Sakamoto
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- eradication
- insecticide
- social insect
- behavior
- Formicidae
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