Research Article | Published: 01 March 2008

Prospective biological control agents for regulation of population of Clostera fulgurita (Walker) on Poplar in Punjab

K. S. Sangha and A. S. Sohi

Indian Journal of Forestry | Volume: 31 | Issue: 1 | Page No. 95-98 | 2008
DOI: https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2008-84393B | Cite this article

Abstract

Population of Clostera fulgurita (Walker) can be regulated by natural enemies. Canthecona furcellata Wolff (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae), a predatory bug and Aleoides percurrens Lyle (Hymenoptera: Braconidae), larval parasitoid have potential in regulating the population of this defoliator. Both these biocontrol agents are host density dependent. Temperature range of 20-25oC for Aleoides and 15-20oC for Canthecona is optimum for the development of their population. Adult longevity of Aleoides was more during August-October with maximum parasitisation during October-November, 2003.

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Sangha, K.S. and Sohi, A.S., 2008. Prospective biological control agents for regulation of population of Clostera fulgurita (Walker) on Poplar in Punjab. Indian Journal of Forestry, 31(1), pp.95-98. https://doi.org/10.54207/bsmps1000-2008-84393B

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Manuscript Published on 01 March 2008

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