Research Article | Published: 01 December 1999

A New Lymantrid defoliator of Casuarina equisetifolia

S. R. Madhayan Pillai, K. C. Gopi, R. Raja Rishi and A. M. Salarkhan

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 22 | Issue: 4 | Page No. 381-383 | 1999
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-1999-13UZ2Y | Cite this article

Abstract

Lymantria detersa Walker, a cousin of the notorious Gypsy moth is recorded as a new pest on Casuarina equisetifolia. Mode of feeding and damage caused are described. Sexual dimorphism exhibited by this species is discussed. Control measures are suggested.

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References

1. Hampson, G.F. (1892). The Fauna of British India including Caylon and Burma. Moths Vol. 1. First Reprint edition printed in India, 1976. Today & Tomorrow’s Printers and Publishers, New Delhi, 460 pages.

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Pillai, S.M., Gopi, K.C., Rishi, R.R. and Salarkhan, A.M., 1999. A New Lymantrid defoliator of Casuarina equisetifolia. Indian Journal of Forestry, 22(4), pp.381-383. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-1999-13UZ2Y

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Manuscript Published on 01 December 1999

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