Differential Susceptibility of <i>Coleomegilla maculata</i> and <i>Scymnus creperus</i> Larvae to Aggression by <i>Solenopsis invicta</i> Workers
The biological control of aphids by aphidophagous coccinellids is often hampered by aphid-tending ants or aggressive, invasive ants foraging for food. Aggressive species such as the imported fire ant <i>Solenopsis invicta</i> Buren may attack and kill coccinellid larvae. This study teste...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-03-01
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| Series: | Insects |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/14/4/318 |