Garden Pests in New Zealand / A Popular Manual for Practical Gardeners, Farmers and Schools

The manual surveys animals that affect horticulture in New Zealand and provides practical guidance for gardeners, farmers, and schools on identifying and managing pest and beneficial species. It begins with a general review of the animal kingdom and soil organisms, then explains insect structure and life histories before treating groups of pests—sucking insects, leaf-feeders, borers and underground species, and miscellaneous nuisances. Scientific names are supplied alongside common names, and illustrations and photographs support identification. The concluding chapters set out principles and techniques of pest control in accessible language, emphasizing hands-on diagnosis and prevention.