Pillai, G.B.Dangar, T.K.Sathiamma, B.2014-06-282014-06-282007-02In : Advances in Coconut Research and Development 1993 (Eds.)MK Nair, HH Khan; P Gopalasundaram ; EVV Bhaskara Rao, Oxford & IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. New Delhi, 759 p(International symposium on Coconut Research and Development (ISOCRAD*II), 26-29 November 1991, CPCRI, Kasaragod) p.455-463http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/3427The rhinoceros beetle, Oryctcs rhinoceros L. is one of the key pests of the coconut palm. Adoption of mechanical, cultural, chemical and biological methods in an integrated manner is feasible for the effective management of the pest. Release of the reduvid predator Platymeris laevicollis can also be combined with the above operations, provided the crown treatment with insecticide is eliminated from the schedule. The entomogenous fungus MambMum anisopliae produces epizootics in Oryctes population. Baculovirus of Oryctes is one of the most successful microbial control agents employed for the biosuppression of the pest in several countries. Success achieved from the introduction of baculovirus in Minicoy and Androth in Lakshadweep and the impact of re-release of baculovirus to an already infected contiguous area are also highlighted.enArticle