Observations on Xanthopimpla sp. (Hymenoptera : Ichneumonidae), a Pupal Parasite of Opisina arenosella Wlk. on Coconut in Kerala
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1987
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A third species of Xanthopimpla (Xanthopimpla sp.), as a pupal parasite of the coconut caterpillar, Opisina arenosella Wlk. was observed in the coastal belt of Quilon district, Kerala. It breeds easily in the laboratory and is a high fecund species capable of producing more female progeny during its long life span. The mating and oviposition behaviour, life cycle, and method of mass rearing are described.
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Behaviour, life cycle, mass rearing, Xanthopimpla sp., Biological control, Opisina arenosella
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J. Biol. Control, 1(1), 7-10, 1987