Survivorship During Starvation for Cimex lectularius L.

Four bed bug strains (Cimex lectularius) with different levels of pyrethroid resistance were evaluated to determine their ability to survive extended periods of starvation. First instar bed bugs of all strains were the most vulnerable to starvation (13.8–36.3 days mean survival time). Fifth instars...

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Main Authors: Carlyle C. Brewster, Dini M. Miller, Andrea M. Polanco
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2011-05-01
Series:Insects
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/2/2/232/