Papers on Coccidæ or Scale Insects (Classic Reprint): The National Collection of Coccidæ: The National Collection of Coccidæ (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Scale Insects and the National Collection reveals how Coccidae research shaped an enduring archive.

This concise history traces the development of scale insect study, the people who built the National Collection, and the methods used to preserve its valuable material for future science. The book surveys the early work, key figures, and turning points that defined American entomology’s handling of scale insects. It explains how researchers organized, identified, and preserved specimens, and how their efforts laid the groundwork for ongoing taxonomic and quarantine work. What you’ll experience

• A clear narrative of how Coccidae research evolved in the United States and the role of the National Collection.
• Insights into preservation practices that helped safeguard type material and specimens for generations.
• Profiles of influential scientists and their contributions to taxonomy, illustrations, and practical controls.
• Context about how collaboration and institutional work supported ongoing study and security against new pests.

Ideal for readers of natural history, museum studies, and the history of science, this edition offers a focused look at how a national collection supports research, policy, and education.

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