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Developing a sterile insect release program for Cactoblastis cactorum (Berg) (Lepidoptera : Pyralidae): Effective overflooding ratios and release-recapture field studies
Author(s): S. D. Hight, J. E. Carpenter, S. Bloem and K. A. Bloem
Month: Aug
Year: 2005
Publication Type: Article
Journal: Environmental Entomology
Journal Link: http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/esa/envent
Volume: 34
Issue: 4
Pages: 850-856
Article Topic(s): Invasive species
Research Setting(s): Field
Species Referenced: Opuntia stricta (Erect pricklypear),
Abstract
Investigates releasing sterile insects of the invasive cactus moth, Cactoblastis cactorum, to reduce the spread of this insect. The authors conclude that an overflooding ratio of 5:1 can suppress the cactus moth and that releasing both genders together is recommended over releasing only males.Suggested Citation
S. D. Hight, J. E. Carpenter, S. Bloem and K. A. Bloem. "Developing a sterile insect release program for Cactoblastis cactorum (Berg) (Lepidoptera : Pyralidae): Effective overflooding ratios and release-recapture field studies." Environmental Entomology 34.4 (2005): 850-856.Go back