In this chapter, the intricate relationships between insect-pathogenic fungus and their arthropod hosts are explored. These fungi utilize cunning strategies to infect insects despite their defenses, causing behavioral and physiological alterations in their hosts. It delves into the mechanisms of invasion, manipulation of hosts, and the evolutionary competition between fungi and insects. It also addresses issues like environmental conditions and ethical considerations while talking about the ecological and agricultural roles of these fungi as biocontrol agents against pests. The diversity of insect-pathogenic fungi is demonstrated through case studies and examples, emphasizing their evolutionary dynamics, ecological significance, and useful applications in agriculture and natural habitats.

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Hidden Biocontrol Agents: The World of Insect-Pathogenic Fungi

  • Kamel A. Abd-Elsalam,
  • Rawan K. Hassan,
  • Toka E. Abdelkhalek,
  • Hassan Almoammar,
  • Ali A. A. El-Sayed

摘要

In this chapter, the intricate relationships between insect-pathogenic fungus and their arthropod hosts are explored. These fungi utilize cunning strategies to infect insects despite their defenses, causing behavioral and physiological alterations in their hosts. It delves into the mechanisms of invasion, manipulation of hosts, and the evolutionary competition between fungi and insects. It also addresses issues like environmental conditions and ethical considerations while talking about the ecological and agricultural roles of these fungi as biocontrol agents against pests. The diversity of insect-pathogenic fungi is demonstrated through case studies and examples, emphasizing their evolutionary dynamics, ecological significance, and useful applications in agriculture and natural habitats.