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This chapter aims to provide an overview of current knowledge on major pests affecting almond which is intended to be applicable worldwide. The chapter includes two main groups of pests: arthropods and vertebrates. The information presented is based on published sources as well as the authors' experience. It is divided into two sections relating to differences between the two groups of pests. The first section addresses arthropod species, including insects and mites, while the second section addresses vertebrate pests. The damages they caused to the crop are described, as well as their management strategies. |