Behavioral and Physiological Adaptation to Soil Moisture in the Overwintering Larvae of the Rice Stem Borer in the Subtropics
Diapausing larvae of the rice stem borer, <i>Chilo suppressalis</i> Walker, overwinter in rice stubble. During overwintering, the larvae may move to sites with suitable moisture and undergo physiological changes to prepare for the declining temperature. This study measured the behavioral...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-11-01
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| Series: | Agriculture |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2077-0472/13/12/2177 |