Predation Risk Effects of Lady Beetle <i>Menochilus sexmaculatus</i> (Fabricius) on the Melon Aphid, <i>Aphis gossypii</i> Glover

Predation Risk Effects of Lady Beetle <i>Menochilus sexmaculatus</i> (Fabricius) on the Melon Aphid, <i>Aphis gossypii</i> Glover

Predation risk posed by natural enemies can alter pest performance. In our previous study, we found <i>Menochilus sexmaculatus</i> provides risk cues to melon aphids, resulting in increased numbers of winged aphids. However, the effects of predation risk on multiple traits including beha...

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Main Authors: Xingming Lin, Xiangxin Cui, Jihong Tang, Jiawei Zhu, Jinhua Li
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-12-01
Series:Insects
Subjects:
<i>Menochilus sexmaculatus</i>
<i>Aphis gossypii</i>
predation risk
host preference
defense enzyme activities
fitness
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/15/1/13

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