Agricultural zoology

An accessible handbook that bridges the gap between academic lecture halls and the everyday farmyard, this volume offers a concise yet thorough walk‑through of the animal kingdom as it relates to agriculture. Written in plain language and packed with more than a hundred detailed illustrations, it equips students, teachers, and practical farmers alike with the basics for recognizing which creatures help the soil and which pose a threat to crops, livestock, orchards, or forests.

The text moves from the larger vertebrates—farm‑relevant mammals, birds, and reptiles—down through the myriad insects, mites and ticks that can overwhelm a field, to the hidden nematodes and eelworms that quietly damage root systems. It also covers molluscs such as snails and slugs, and touches on lesser‑known groups like echinoderms and other invertebrates that may appear in agricultural settings. Throughout, clear guidelines for control measures and protective practices are provided, making the book a handy reference for anyone who needs quick, reliable answers to the animal challenges of farming.