Effects of diet on development and reproductive fitness of two predatory coccinellids (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae)

Studies of prey suitability are needed to develop efficient mass rearing programs for generalist predators and to understand their potential contribution to integrated pest management. A laboratory study was conducted to evaluate the development and reproductive success of two predatory coccinellids...

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Main Authors: Mohammad A. MIRHOSSEINI, M. HOSSEINI, M. JALALI
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Institute of Entomology, Biology Centre, Czech Academy of Science 2015-07-01
Series:European Journal of Entomology
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Online Access:https://www.eje.cz/artkey/eje-201503-0007_Effects_of_diet_on_development_and_reproductive_fitness_of_two_predatory_coccinellids_Coleoptera_Coccinellida.php