The Inability of Spotted Lanternfly (<i>Lycorma delicatula</i>) to Vector a Plant Pathogen between its Preferred Host, <i>Ailanthus altissima</i>, in a Laboratory Setting

The Inability of Spotted Lanternfly (<i>Lycorma delicatula</i>) to Vector a Plant Pathogen between its Preferred Host, <i>Ailanthus altissima</i>, in a Laboratory Setting

With the recent introduction of the non-native spotted lanternfly (<i>Lycorma delicatula</i>) to the USA, research and concern regarding this insect is increasing. Though <i>L. delicatula</i> is able to feed on many different plant species, its preference for the invasive tre...

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Main Authors: Rachel K. Brooks, Ashley Toland, Andrew C. Dechaine, Thomas McAvoy, Scott Salom
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-08-01
Series:Insects
Subjects:
<i>Verticillium nonalfalfae</i>
biological control
biopesticide
tree-of-heaven
invasive species management
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/11/8/515

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