Ontogeny of Defensive Chemistry in Longitarsus Flea Beetles (Coleoptera, Chrysomelidae): More Protection for the Vulnerable Stages?
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DOI: 10.1007/s10886-018-1010-9
Abstract: Several species of the flea beetles genus Longitarsus sequester pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs) from their host plants. Previous data demonstrated that PAs may be transferred from root-feeding larvae into the adult beetles. Here we compared the… read more here.
Keywords: pas; protection; flea beetles; chemistry ... See more keywords
Trapping of Crucifer-Feeding Flea Beetles (Phyllotreta spp.) (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) With Pheromones and Plant Kairomones
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DOI: 10.1093/jee/toac042
Abstract: Abstract Flea beetles (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) of the genus Phyllotreta are major pests of cole crops, canola, and related crops in the mustard family (Brassicaceae). Adults may damage seedlings or larger crop plants, impairing crop growth,… read more here.
Keywords: flea; phyllotreta; crucifer; coleoptera chrysomelidae ... See more keywords
Economic Injury Levels for Flea Beetles (Phyllotreta spp.; Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) in Spring Oilseed Rape (Brassica napus; Brassicales: Brassicaceae)
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DOI: 10.1093/jee/toz347
Abstract: Abstract Flea beetles (Phyllotreta spp.) are major insect pests in spring oilseed rape (SOSR; Brassica napus L.). Prohibited use of three neonicotinoid insecticides in the European Union means that there are currently no insecticide seed… read more here.
Keywords: economic injury; crop injury; flea beetles; oilseed rape ... See more keywords
Argopistes sexvittatus and Argopistes capensis (Chrysomelidae: Alticini): Mitogenomics and Phylogeny of Two Flea Beetles Affecting Olive Trees
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DOI: 10.3390/genes13122195
Abstract: The genus Argopistes (Chrysomelidae: Alticini) is the only group of flea beetles specialized in plant hosts in the family Oleaceae. In southern Africa, Argopistes are often found feeding on African Wild Olive (Olea europaea subsp.… read more here.
Keywords: flea; argopistes capensis; chrysomelidae alticini; argopistes sexvittatus ... See more keywords