ISSN:
1573-1561
Keywords:
Trichogramma pretiosum
;
Hymenoptera
;
Trichogrammatidae
;
biological control
;
kairomone
;
Heliothis zea
;
Lepidoptera
;
Noctuidae
;
host density
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Chemistry and Pharmacology
Notes:
Abstract Trichogramma pretiosum Riley females exhibit success-motivated searching after oviposition. The stimulatory effect of contact with host eggs makes host-egg density an important factor in determining the appropriate strategy for behavioral manipulation, using kairomones, that simulate host seeking, in biological control programs. Host eggs can be used, in conjunction with kairomones or by themselves, to improve the performance of these important beneficial insects.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00987616
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