Adapting distribution patterns of desert locusts, Schistocerca gregaria in response to global climate change.
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DOI: 10.1017/s0007485324000440
Abstract: The desert locust (Schistocerca gregaria) is a destructive migratory pest, posing great threat to over 60 countries globally. In the backdrop of climate change, the habitat suitability of desert locusts is poised to undergo alterations.… read more here.
Keywords: schistocerca gregaria; climate change; distribution; desert locusts ... See more keywords
Review on socio-economic impacts of ‘Triple Threats’ of COVID-19, desert locusts, and floods in East Africa: Evidence from Ethiopia
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DOI: 10.1080/23311886.2021.1885122
Abstract: East Africa region is facing an unprecedented triple socio-economic threat caused by the combined effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the upsurge of desert locusts, and recent severe floods. ... read more here.
Keywords: economic impacts; review socio; impacts triple; desert locusts ... See more keywords
Desert locusts (Schistocerca gregaria) feed with self-sharpening, scissor-like mandibles
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DOI: 10.1098/rsfs.2023.0069
Abstract: The mandibles of the desert locust Schistocerca gregaria (Forsskål, 1775) are digger-shovel-shaped mouthparts that are part of the locust's exoskeleton formed by the insect cuticle. The cuticle is a polymer–fibre composite, which supports, encases and… read more here.
Keywords: schistocerca gregaria; scissor like; cuticle; mandibles desert ... See more keywords
Increased and sex-selective avian predation of desert locusts Schistocerca gregaria treated with Metarhizium acridum.
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0244733
Abstract: The entomopathogenic fungus Metarhizium acridum in oil-based formulations (Green Muscle® (GM)) is a biopesticide for locust control lacking side-effects on biodiversity, unlike chemical insecticides. Under controlled conditions, GM-treated locusts and grasshoppers attract predators, a complementary… read more here.
Keywords: metarhizium acridum; desert locusts; desert; avian predation ... See more keywords
Information integration for decision-making in desert locusts.
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DOI: 10.2139/ssrn.4213813
Abstract: Locust swarms can extend over hundred kilometers, and starvation compels this ancient pest to devour everything in its path. Theory suggests that gregarious behavior benefits foraging efficiency, yet the role of social cohesion remains elusive.… read more here.
Keywords: integration decision; decision making; desert locusts; information integration ... See more keywords