Abstract
Invertebrates occupy larger proportion in the animal species diversity in almost all habitats and are important components of all ecosystems. The importance of the ecological role played by these invertebrates are not given due consideration and the diversity is under-sampled and understudied. Insects belonging to phylum Arthropoda form a major component that renders several ecological functions and ecosystem services. In this chapter, the importance of the insect services are highlighted and the role of ICAR-National Bureau of Agricultural Insect Resources, Bengaluru in documentation of the insect diversity, its utilization and conservation is emphasized, which are in line with the mandate of the Bureau and Delhi declaration on Agrobiodiversity management.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
