Publications

1. Checklist of Insects of Hong Kong

This Checklist contains 9 060 species of insects that are sorted into 29 Orders, 200 Superfamilies, 479 Families and 1 052 Subfamilies. 30 028 synonyms and 38 625 host records are also provided. This book is available on-line only. Permission to download this book solely for personal reference is granted by the author.

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2. Annotated Checklist of Whiteflies in Hong Kong    New!

Whiteflies, a diverse group of insects belonging to the Aleyrodidae family with a staggering 1,550 species, are notorious for their profound impact on plants worldwide. They exhibit similarities to aphids, scale insects, and mealybugs, falling within the Suborder Sternorrhyncha. Sporting wingspans ranging from 1 to 3 mm and distinctive powdery white wings, these tiny insects feed on plant sap by piercing mouthparts located beneath their bodies. Notably polyphagous, species like the greenhouse whitefly and sweet potato whitefly pose significant agricultural threats, disseminating diseases and causing extensive damage.

Our comprehensive annotated checklist, an ebook showcasing over 110 whitefly species found in Hong Kong, features a rich collection of more than a thousand images. This resource is designed to assist various readers, be they entomologists, farmers, educators, students, or nature enthusiasts, in the identification and recognition of common species that affect local crops and vegetation. The Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department (AFCD) alongside the author cordially allow the download of this book for personal reference purposes only.

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