Yıl 2023,
Cilt: 2 Sayı: 2, 30 - 37, 25.10.2023
Muhammad Jaffar Hussain
Mubasher Ahmad Malık
Muhammad Anjum Aqueel
Jam Nazeer Ahmad
Muhammad Abu Bakar
Kaynakça
- 1 Desneux, N., Rabasse, J.M., Ballanger, Y. & Kaiser, L. (2006) Parasitism of canola aphids in France in autumn. Journal of Pest Science 79, 95-102.
- 2 Colinet, H., Salin, C., Boivina, G. & Hance, T (2005) Host age and fitness-related traits in a koinobiont aphid parasitoid. Ecological Entomology 30: 473-479.
- 3 Jahan, F., Askarianzadeh, A., Abbasipour, H., Hasanshahi, G & Saeedizadeh, A (2013) Effect of various cauliflower cultivars on population density fluctuations of the cabbage aphid, Brevicoryne brassicae (L.) (Hom.: Aphididae) and its parasitoid Diaeretiella rapae(McIntosh) (Hymenoptera: Braconidae). Archives Phytopath. Plant Protection 22(30), 1-8.
- 4 Neuville, S., Le Ralec, A., Outreman, Y. & Jaloux, B (2016) The delay in arrival of the parasitoid Diaeretiella rapae influences the efficiency of cabbage aphid biological control. BioControl, 61, 115-126.
- 5 Kant, R., Andanayaka, S.W.R.M., He, X.Z. & and Wang, Q. (2008). Effect of host age on searching and oviposition behaviour of Diaeretiella rapae (M’Intosh) (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae). Newzeland Plant Protection 61, 355- 361.
- 6 Pramanik, A., Dey, D. & Kumar, A. (2012). Rediscription of Diaeretiella rapae (M’ Intosh) (Hymenoptera: Braconidae: Aphidiinae) with emphasis on morphometrics. Journal of Research Entomology 36(1), 77-82.
- 7 Starý, P., Sampaio, M. V. & Bueno, V. H. P (2007) Aphid parasitoids (Hymenoptera, Braconidae, Aphidiinae) and their associations related to biological control in Brazil. Revista Brasileira de Entomologia, 51, 107-118.
- 8 Basheer, A., Aslan, L. & Asaad, R. (2014). Effect of Constant Temperatures on the Development of the Aphid Parasitoid Species, Diaeretiella rapae (M’Intosh) (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae). Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control 24(1), 1-5.
- 9 Campbell, A. D. (1974). "The parasites of fish in Loch Leven." Proceedings of the Royal Society of Edinburgh, Section B: Biological Sciences 74, 347-364.
- 10 Hance, T., van Baaren, J., Vernon, P. & Boivin, G. (2007). Impact of extreme temperatures on parasitoids in a climate change perspective. Annual Review of. Entomology 52, 107-126.
- 11 Infante, F. (2000) Development and population growth rates of Prorops nasuta (Hym., Bethylidae) at constant temperatures. Journal of Applied Entomology 124, 343-348.
- 12 Jarosik, V., Honek, A. & A.F.G, Dixon. 2002. Developmental rate isomorphy in insects and mites. The American Naturalist 160: 497-510.
- 13 Meisner, M.H., Harmon, J.P & Ives, A.R. (2014) Temperature effects on long-term population dynamics in a parasitoid–host system. Ecological Monographs 84(3), 457-476.
- 14 Malina, R. & Praslicka. J (2008) Effect of temperature on the developmental rate, longevity and parasitism of Aphidius ervi Haliday (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae). Plant Protection Society 44(1), 19-24.
- 15 Wang, X., Yang, Z., Gould, J.R., Wu, H. & MA, J (2010). Host-seeking behavior and parasitism by Spathius agrili Yang (Hymenoptera: Braconidae), a parasitoid of the emerald ash borer. Biological Control 52. 24-29.
- 16 Fand B.B. & Suroshe, S.S (2015) The invasive mealybug Phenacoccus solenopsis Tinsley, a threat to tropical and subtropical agricultural and horticultural production systems. A review. Crop Protection 69, 34-43.
- 17 Abdin, Z.U., Hussain, F., Khan, Ahsan khan, M.A. &. Abbas, S.K. (2013) A. Manzoor and H. Shaina. Reproductive fitness of mealybug parasitoid, Aenasius bambawalei Hayat (Hymenoptera: Encyrtidae). World Applied Sciences Journal 26(9), 1198-1203.
- 18 Appiah, E.F., Ekesi, S., Salifu, D., Afreh-Nuamah, K., Obeng-Ofori, D., Khamis, F. & Mohamed, S.A. (2013). Effect of temperature on immature development and longevity of two introduced opiine parasitoids on Bactrocera invadens. Journal of Applied Entomology 137, 571-579.
- 19 Bell, H.A., Marris, G.C., Smethurst, F. & Edwards, J.P. (2003). The effect of host stage and temperature on selected developmental parameters of the solitary endoparasitoid Meteorus gyrator (Thun.) (Hym., Braconidae). Journal of Applied Entomology 127(6), 332-339
- 20 Birch, L.C. (1948). The Intrinsic Rate of Natural Increase of an Insect Population. Journal of Animal. Ecology 17, 15-26.
- 21 Blackman, R.L. & Eastop. V.F. (2000): Aphids of the World’s Crops: An Identification and Information Guide. 2nd ed. John Wiley and Sons, London, 466 pp.
- 22 Capinera, J.L. (2001): Handbook of Vegetable Pests. Academic Press, San Diego, 729 pp.
- 23 Dreyer, H. & Baumagartner, J. (1996). Temperature influence on cohort parameters and demographic characteristics of the two cowpea coreids Clavigralla tomentosicollis and C. shadabi.. Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata 78, 201-213.
- 24 El-Heneidy, A.H., Gonzales, D., Ahmed, M.A. Ibraheem, M.M., Megahed, H.E Abdel-Awal, W.M. & Adly, D. (2006) Performance of certain exotic aphid parasitoid species towards cereal aphids under laboratory, field cage and open wheat field conditions in Egypt. Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control 16(2), 67-72.
- 25 Fand, B.B., Gautam, R.D. & Suroshe, S.S. (2011) Suitability of various stages of mealybug, Phenacoccus solenopsis (Homoptera: Pseudococcidae) for development and survival of the solitary endoparasitoid, Aenasius bambawalei (Hymenoptera: Encyrtidae).Biocontrol Science and Technology 21(1), 51-55.
- 26 Goh, H.G., Kim, J.H. & Han, M.W. (2001) Application of Aphidius colemani viereck for control of the aphid in greenhouse Journal of Asia Pacific. Entomology 4, 171-174.
- 27 Goh, H.G., Kim, J.H. & Han, M.W. (2001) Application of Aphidius colemani viereck for control of the aphid in greenhouse. Journal of Asia Pacific. Entomology 4, 171-174.
- 28 Hayakawa, D.L., Grafius, E. & Stehr, F.W. (2014) Effects of Temperature on Longevity, Reproduction, and Development of the Asparagus Aphid (Homoptera: Aphididae) and the Parasitoid, Diaeretiella rapae (Hymenoptera: Braconidae). Environmantal Entomol 19(4), 890-897.
- 29 Jankowska, B. & Wiech. K. (2003) Occurrence of Diaretiella rapae (M’Intosh) (Aphididae) in cabbage aphid (Brevicoryne brassicae L.) colonies on different crucifere crops. Sodininkyste ir darzininkyste, 22(3), 155-164.
- 30 Mack, T.P., Bajusz, B.A., Nolan, E.S. &. Smilowitz, Z. (1981) Development of temperature mediated functional response equation. Environmantal Entomology 10, 573-579
- 31 Miller, J.C. (1996) Temperature-dependent development of Meteorus communis (Hymenoptera: Braconidae), a parasitoid of the variegated cutworm (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) Journal of Economic Entomology 80, 877-880.
- 32 Miller, J.C & Gerth, W.J. (1994) Temperature-dependent development of Aphidius matricariae (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae) as a parasitoid of Russian wheat aphid. Environmental Entomology 23, 1304-1307.
- 33 Moayeri, H.R.S., Madadi, H. Pouraskari, H. & Enkegaard, A. 2013. Temperature dependent functional response of Diaeretiella rapae (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae) to the cabbage aphid, Brevicoryne brassicae (Hemiptera: Aphididae). Eurpean Journal of Entomology 110(1), 109-113.
- 34 Modarres, N.S.S., Moghaddam, H.A. & Gholamian. G.H (2005) Population fluctuations of cabbage aphid (Brevicoryne brassicae) and identification of its natural enemies in Sistan region. Journal of Crop Production Process 8, 175-184.
- 35 Mohyuddin, A.I. & Greathead, D.J (1970) An annotated list of the parasites of graminaceous stem borers In East Africa, with a discussion of their potential In biological control. Entomophaga 15, 241-274.
- 36 Naeem, M., Shehzad, F &. Khan. M.R (2005) Biosystematics of aphid parasitoids (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae, Aphelinidae) from Potohar region of the Punjab. The Entomology Monthly Magazine 141, 219-226.
- 37 Ohta, I., Miura, K. & Kobayashi. M. (2001) Life history parameters during immature stage of Aphidius gifuensis Ashmead (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) on green peach aphid, Myzus persicae (Sulzer) (Homoptera: Aphididae). Applied Entomology and Zoology 36, 103-109.
- 38 Overholt, W.A., Ngi-Song, A.J., Omwega, C.O., Kimani, S.W., .Mbapila, J., Sallam, M.N. & Ofomata, V.A. (1997) V. A review of the Introduction and establishment of Cotesia flavipe Cameron in East Africa for biological control of cereal stem borers. Insect Science and its Application 17, 79-88.
- 39 Pedigo, L.P. (1989). Entomology and Pest Management. Macmillan Publishing Company.
- 40 Potting, R.P., Overholt, W.A., Dango, F.O. & Takasu, K. (1997) Foraging behaviour and life history of the stem borers parasitoid Cotesia flavipes. Journal of Insect Behaviour 10: 13-29.
- 41 Pourtaghi, E., Shirvani, A. & Rashki, M (2016) Effect of temperature on biological parameters of Aphidius matricariae, the Aphis fabae parasitoid. Animal Biology, 66(3-4), 335-345.
- 42 Saleh, A.A.A & Gatwarry. W.G.T (2007) Seasonal abundance of the oleander aphid Aphis nerii Boyer de Fonscolombe (Homoptera: Aphididae) in relation to the primary and hyperparasitoid on Dafla. Egyptian Journal of Product Development 12(2), 709-730.
- 43 Saleh, A.A.A. (2008). Ecological and biological studies of Diaeretiella rapae (M’ Intosh) (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae), the parasitoid of some aphid species in Egypt. Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control 18(1), 33-38.
- 44 Saleh, A.A.A., Desuky, W.M., Hashem, H.H. & Gatwarry, W.G (2009) Evaluating the role of Diaeretiella rapae (M’Intosh) (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae) parasitizing the cabbage aphid, Brevicoryne brassicae L. (Homoptera: Aphididae) at Sharkia Governorate, Egypt. Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control 19(2), 151-155.
- 45 Sigsgaard, L. (2000) The temperature-dependent duration of development and parasitism of three cereal aphid parasitoids, Aphidius ervi, A. rhopalosiphi, and Praon volucre. Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata 95, 173-184.
- 46 Tahriri S, Talebi, A.A., Fathipour, Y & Zamani, A.A. (2007) Host stage preference, functional response and mutual interference of Aphidius matricariae (Hym.: Braconidae: Aphidiinae) on Aphis fabae (Hom.: Aphididae). Entomological Science 10(4), 323-331.
- 47 Taylor, F. (1981). Ecology and evolution of physiological time in insects. American Naturalist 117, 1-23.
- 48 Van Tol S. & Van Steenis, M.J. (1994) Host preference and host suitability for Aphidius matricariae Hal. And A. colemani Vier. (Hym.: Braconidae), parasitizing Aphis gossypii Glov. and Myzus persicae Sulz. (Hom.:Aphididae). Medical Faculty Land bouww, University Gent, 59/2a: 273-279.
- 49 Wiedenmann, R.N., Smith, J.W. & Darnell, P.O. (1992) Laboratory rearing and biology of the parasite Cotesia flavipes (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) using Diatraea saccharalis (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) as a host. Environmental Entomology 21, 1160-1167.
- 50 Wu, G.M., Barrette, M., Boivin, G., Brodeur, J., Giraldeau, L.A. & Hance, T (2011) Temperature influences the handling efficiency of an aphid parasitoid through body size-mediated effects. Environmental Entomology, 40(3), 737-742.
- 51 Yang, P.J., J.R. Carey & Dowell, R.V. (1994) Temperature influence on the development and demography of Bactrocera dorsalis (Diptera: Tephritidae) in China. Environmental Entomology 23, 971-974.
- 52 Zamani, A.A., Talebi, A. Fathipour, Y. & Baniameri, V. (2007) Effect of temperature on life history of Aphidius colemani and Aphidius matricariae (Hymenoptera: Braconidae), two parasitoids of Aphis gossypii and Myzus persicae (Homoptera: Aphididae). Environmental Entomology 36, 263-271.
- 53 Zheng, F.S., Du, Y.Z., Wang, Z.J.& Xu, J.J. (2008) Effect of temperature on the demography of Galerucella birmanica (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae). Insect Science 15, 375-380.
Biotic potential of aphid parasitoid, Diaeretiella rapae (Hymenoptera: Braconidae: Aphidiinae) at different temperature regimes
Yıl 2023,
Cilt: 2 Sayı: 2, 30 - 37, 25.10.2023
Muhammad Jaffar Hussain
Mubasher Ahmad Malık
Muhammad Anjum Aqueel
Jam Nazeer Ahmad
Muhammad Abu Bakar
Öz
The efficiency and development of the insect’s natural enemies affects greatly with changes in environmental conditions. Diaeretiella rapae M’Intosh (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae) is one of the most common and successful parasitoids of the cabbage aphid Brevicoryne brassicae (L.) (Hemiptera: Aphididae). The biotic potential of D. rapae fed on B. brassicae was assessed in terms of parasitism rate, adult emergence, longevity and developmental period at different temperature regimes; 15, 20, 25, and 30 ºC. Results of the present research showed that maximum percent parasitism (41.16% ± 0.80) and adult emergence (75.43% ± 1.04) of D. rapae were observed at 25ºC and minimum at 15ºC of about 14.02% ± 0.97 and 36.72% ± 1.93 respectively. Total longevity and development period (egg-adult emergence) at higher temperature (30ºC) were observed about 6.33 ± 0.33 days and 7.67 ± 0.57 days respectively. Adult longevity of D. rapae was maximum at 25ºC of about 9.67 days ± 0.34. Development time of parasitoid was higher (17.33 days ± 1.16) at lower temperature regime (15ºC). The study indicates that development between 20-25oC was favorable for D. rapae parasitoid and it can tolerate to a higher temperature at 30oC. Therefore, it could be a preferable candidate for the biocontrol program for aphids in relatively warmer climates.
Kaynakça
- 1 Desneux, N., Rabasse, J.M., Ballanger, Y. & Kaiser, L. (2006) Parasitism of canola aphids in France in autumn. Journal of Pest Science 79, 95-102.
- 2 Colinet, H., Salin, C., Boivina, G. & Hance, T (2005) Host age and fitness-related traits in a koinobiont aphid parasitoid. Ecological Entomology 30: 473-479.
- 3 Jahan, F., Askarianzadeh, A., Abbasipour, H., Hasanshahi, G & Saeedizadeh, A (2013) Effect of various cauliflower cultivars on population density fluctuations of the cabbage aphid, Brevicoryne brassicae (L.) (Hom.: Aphididae) and its parasitoid Diaeretiella rapae(McIntosh) (Hymenoptera: Braconidae). Archives Phytopath. Plant Protection 22(30), 1-8.
- 4 Neuville, S., Le Ralec, A., Outreman, Y. & Jaloux, B (2016) The delay in arrival of the parasitoid Diaeretiella rapae influences the efficiency of cabbage aphid biological control. BioControl, 61, 115-126.
- 5 Kant, R., Andanayaka, S.W.R.M., He, X.Z. & and Wang, Q. (2008). Effect of host age on searching and oviposition behaviour of Diaeretiella rapae (M’Intosh) (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae). Newzeland Plant Protection 61, 355- 361.
- 6 Pramanik, A., Dey, D. & Kumar, A. (2012). Rediscription of Diaeretiella rapae (M’ Intosh) (Hymenoptera: Braconidae: Aphidiinae) with emphasis on morphometrics. Journal of Research Entomology 36(1), 77-82.
- 7 Starý, P., Sampaio, M. V. & Bueno, V. H. P (2007) Aphid parasitoids (Hymenoptera, Braconidae, Aphidiinae) and their associations related to biological control in Brazil. Revista Brasileira de Entomologia, 51, 107-118.
- 8 Basheer, A., Aslan, L. & Asaad, R. (2014). Effect of Constant Temperatures on the Development of the Aphid Parasitoid Species, Diaeretiella rapae (M’Intosh) (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae). Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control 24(1), 1-5.
- 9 Campbell, A. D. (1974). "The parasites of fish in Loch Leven." Proceedings of the Royal Society of Edinburgh, Section B: Biological Sciences 74, 347-364.
- 10 Hance, T., van Baaren, J., Vernon, P. & Boivin, G. (2007). Impact of extreme temperatures on parasitoids in a climate change perspective. Annual Review of. Entomology 52, 107-126.
- 11 Infante, F. (2000) Development and population growth rates of Prorops nasuta (Hym., Bethylidae) at constant temperatures. Journal of Applied Entomology 124, 343-348.
- 12 Jarosik, V., Honek, A. & A.F.G, Dixon. 2002. Developmental rate isomorphy in insects and mites. The American Naturalist 160: 497-510.
- 13 Meisner, M.H., Harmon, J.P & Ives, A.R. (2014) Temperature effects on long-term population dynamics in a parasitoid–host system. Ecological Monographs 84(3), 457-476.
- 14 Malina, R. & Praslicka. J (2008) Effect of temperature on the developmental rate, longevity and parasitism of Aphidius ervi Haliday (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae). Plant Protection Society 44(1), 19-24.
- 15 Wang, X., Yang, Z., Gould, J.R., Wu, H. & MA, J (2010). Host-seeking behavior and parasitism by Spathius agrili Yang (Hymenoptera: Braconidae), a parasitoid of the emerald ash borer. Biological Control 52. 24-29.
- 16 Fand B.B. & Suroshe, S.S (2015) The invasive mealybug Phenacoccus solenopsis Tinsley, a threat to tropical and subtropical agricultural and horticultural production systems. A review. Crop Protection 69, 34-43.
- 17 Abdin, Z.U., Hussain, F., Khan, Ahsan khan, M.A. &. Abbas, S.K. (2013) A. Manzoor and H. Shaina. Reproductive fitness of mealybug parasitoid, Aenasius bambawalei Hayat (Hymenoptera: Encyrtidae). World Applied Sciences Journal 26(9), 1198-1203.
- 18 Appiah, E.F., Ekesi, S., Salifu, D., Afreh-Nuamah, K., Obeng-Ofori, D., Khamis, F. & Mohamed, S.A. (2013). Effect of temperature on immature development and longevity of two introduced opiine parasitoids on Bactrocera invadens. Journal of Applied Entomology 137, 571-579.
- 19 Bell, H.A., Marris, G.C., Smethurst, F. & Edwards, J.P. (2003). The effect of host stage and temperature on selected developmental parameters of the solitary endoparasitoid Meteorus gyrator (Thun.) (Hym., Braconidae). Journal of Applied Entomology 127(6), 332-339
- 20 Birch, L.C. (1948). The Intrinsic Rate of Natural Increase of an Insect Population. Journal of Animal. Ecology 17, 15-26.
- 21 Blackman, R.L. & Eastop. V.F. (2000): Aphids of the World’s Crops: An Identification and Information Guide. 2nd ed. John Wiley and Sons, London, 466 pp.
- 22 Capinera, J.L. (2001): Handbook of Vegetable Pests. Academic Press, San Diego, 729 pp.
- 23 Dreyer, H. & Baumagartner, J. (1996). Temperature influence on cohort parameters and demographic characteristics of the two cowpea coreids Clavigralla tomentosicollis and C. shadabi.. Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata 78, 201-213.
- 24 El-Heneidy, A.H., Gonzales, D., Ahmed, M.A. Ibraheem, M.M., Megahed, H.E Abdel-Awal, W.M. & Adly, D. (2006) Performance of certain exotic aphid parasitoid species towards cereal aphids under laboratory, field cage and open wheat field conditions in Egypt. Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control 16(2), 67-72.
- 25 Fand, B.B., Gautam, R.D. & Suroshe, S.S. (2011) Suitability of various stages of mealybug, Phenacoccus solenopsis (Homoptera: Pseudococcidae) for development and survival of the solitary endoparasitoid, Aenasius bambawalei (Hymenoptera: Encyrtidae).Biocontrol Science and Technology 21(1), 51-55.
- 26 Goh, H.G., Kim, J.H. & Han, M.W. (2001) Application of Aphidius colemani viereck for control of the aphid in greenhouse Journal of Asia Pacific. Entomology 4, 171-174.
- 27 Goh, H.G., Kim, J.H. & Han, M.W. (2001) Application of Aphidius colemani viereck for control of the aphid in greenhouse. Journal of Asia Pacific. Entomology 4, 171-174.
- 28 Hayakawa, D.L., Grafius, E. & Stehr, F.W. (2014) Effects of Temperature on Longevity, Reproduction, and Development of the Asparagus Aphid (Homoptera: Aphididae) and the Parasitoid, Diaeretiella rapae (Hymenoptera: Braconidae). Environmantal Entomol 19(4), 890-897.
- 29 Jankowska, B. & Wiech. K. (2003) Occurrence of Diaretiella rapae (M’Intosh) (Aphididae) in cabbage aphid (Brevicoryne brassicae L.) colonies on different crucifere crops. Sodininkyste ir darzininkyste, 22(3), 155-164.
- 30 Mack, T.P., Bajusz, B.A., Nolan, E.S. &. Smilowitz, Z. (1981) Development of temperature mediated functional response equation. Environmantal Entomology 10, 573-579
- 31 Miller, J.C. (1996) Temperature-dependent development of Meteorus communis (Hymenoptera: Braconidae), a parasitoid of the variegated cutworm (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) Journal of Economic Entomology 80, 877-880.
- 32 Miller, J.C & Gerth, W.J. (1994) Temperature-dependent development of Aphidius matricariae (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae) as a parasitoid of Russian wheat aphid. Environmental Entomology 23, 1304-1307.
- 33 Moayeri, H.R.S., Madadi, H. Pouraskari, H. & Enkegaard, A. 2013. Temperature dependent functional response of Diaeretiella rapae (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae) to the cabbage aphid, Brevicoryne brassicae (Hemiptera: Aphididae). Eurpean Journal of Entomology 110(1), 109-113.
- 34 Modarres, N.S.S., Moghaddam, H.A. & Gholamian. G.H (2005) Population fluctuations of cabbage aphid (Brevicoryne brassicae) and identification of its natural enemies in Sistan region. Journal of Crop Production Process 8, 175-184.
- 35 Mohyuddin, A.I. & Greathead, D.J (1970) An annotated list of the parasites of graminaceous stem borers In East Africa, with a discussion of their potential In biological control. Entomophaga 15, 241-274.
- 36 Naeem, M., Shehzad, F &. Khan. M.R (2005) Biosystematics of aphid parasitoids (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae, Aphelinidae) from Potohar region of the Punjab. The Entomology Monthly Magazine 141, 219-226.
- 37 Ohta, I., Miura, K. & Kobayashi. M. (2001) Life history parameters during immature stage of Aphidius gifuensis Ashmead (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) on green peach aphid, Myzus persicae (Sulzer) (Homoptera: Aphididae). Applied Entomology and Zoology 36, 103-109.
- 38 Overholt, W.A., Ngi-Song, A.J., Omwega, C.O., Kimani, S.W., .Mbapila, J., Sallam, M.N. & Ofomata, V.A. (1997) V. A review of the Introduction and establishment of Cotesia flavipe Cameron in East Africa for biological control of cereal stem borers. Insect Science and its Application 17, 79-88.
- 39 Pedigo, L.P. (1989). Entomology and Pest Management. Macmillan Publishing Company.
- 40 Potting, R.P., Overholt, W.A., Dango, F.O. & Takasu, K. (1997) Foraging behaviour and life history of the stem borers parasitoid Cotesia flavipes. Journal of Insect Behaviour 10: 13-29.
- 41 Pourtaghi, E., Shirvani, A. & Rashki, M (2016) Effect of temperature on biological parameters of Aphidius matricariae, the Aphis fabae parasitoid. Animal Biology, 66(3-4), 335-345.
- 42 Saleh, A.A.A & Gatwarry. W.G.T (2007) Seasonal abundance of the oleander aphid Aphis nerii Boyer de Fonscolombe (Homoptera: Aphididae) in relation to the primary and hyperparasitoid on Dafla. Egyptian Journal of Product Development 12(2), 709-730.
- 43 Saleh, A.A.A. (2008). Ecological and biological studies of Diaeretiella rapae (M’ Intosh) (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae), the parasitoid of some aphid species in Egypt. Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control 18(1), 33-38.
- 44 Saleh, A.A.A., Desuky, W.M., Hashem, H.H. & Gatwarry, W.G (2009) Evaluating the role of Diaeretiella rapae (M’Intosh) (Hymenoptera: Aphidiidae) parasitizing the cabbage aphid, Brevicoryne brassicae L. (Homoptera: Aphididae) at Sharkia Governorate, Egypt. Egyptian Journal of Biological Pest Control 19(2), 151-155.
- 45 Sigsgaard, L. (2000) The temperature-dependent duration of development and parasitism of three cereal aphid parasitoids, Aphidius ervi, A. rhopalosiphi, and Praon volucre. Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata 95, 173-184.
- 46 Tahriri S, Talebi, A.A., Fathipour, Y & Zamani, A.A. (2007) Host stage preference, functional response and mutual interference of Aphidius matricariae (Hym.: Braconidae: Aphidiinae) on Aphis fabae (Hom.: Aphididae). Entomological Science 10(4), 323-331.
- 47 Taylor, F. (1981). Ecology and evolution of physiological time in insects. American Naturalist 117, 1-23.
- 48 Van Tol S. & Van Steenis, M.J. (1994) Host preference and host suitability for Aphidius matricariae Hal. And A. colemani Vier. (Hym.: Braconidae), parasitizing Aphis gossypii Glov. and Myzus persicae Sulz. (Hom.:Aphididae). Medical Faculty Land bouww, University Gent, 59/2a: 273-279.
- 49 Wiedenmann, R.N., Smith, J.W. & Darnell, P.O. (1992) Laboratory rearing and biology of the parasite Cotesia flavipes (Hymenoptera: Braconidae) using Diatraea saccharalis (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) as a host. Environmental Entomology 21, 1160-1167.
- 50 Wu, G.M., Barrette, M., Boivin, G., Brodeur, J., Giraldeau, L.A. & Hance, T (2011) Temperature influences the handling efficiency of an aphid parasitoid through body size-mediated effects. Environmental Entomology, 40(3), 737-742.
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