Using Gamma Irradiation to Predict Sperm Competition Mechanism in <i>Bagrada hilaris</i> (Burmeister) (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae): Insights for a Future Management Strategy

Using Gamma Irradiation to Predict Sperm Competition Mechanism in <i>Bagrada hilaris</i> (Burmeister) (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae): Insights for a Future Management Strategy

The stink bug, <i>Bagrada hilaris</i>, is a pest of mainly Brassicaceae crops. It is native to Africa and Asia and was recently reported as invasive in the southwestern part of the USA and in South America. There are no mitigation programs in place that do not involve pesticides. Therefo...

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Main Authors: Chiara Elvira Mainardi, Chiara Peccerillo, Alessandra Paolini, Alessia Cemmi, René F. H. Sforza, Sergio Musmeci, Daniele Porretta, Massimo Cristofaro
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-08-01
Series:Insects
Subjects:
sterile insect technique
irradiation
biological control
insect pest
stink bug
sperm mixing
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/14/8/681

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