Presence of Pseudacysta perseae (Heidemann) (Hemiptera: Tingidae) and it relate predatory mirid Stethoconus praefectus on Persea americana at Franceville, Gabon
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A local pest survey was carried out at Franceville town on september 2022, within Avocado trees. The study aimed to record the avocado lace bug Pseudacysta perseae (Heidemann) (Hemiptera: Tingidae) and it impact host plant Persea americana L. (Lauraceae), based recognizing characterizing insect symptoms, detecting presence potential enemies. Results revalead that symptoms were observed in all parts (100%) of Franceville, with attacked trees ranging from 3.33 90%. injury ranges little foliage brown spots complete tree defoliation. predatory mirid diagnosed as Stethoconus praefectus (Distant) Miridae) recorded feeding P. perseae. Typical both pictures provided. Further studies are needed highlight distribution country effectiveness.
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ژورنال
عنوان ژورنال: Acta entomology and zoology
سال: 2023
ISSN: ['2708-0021', '2708-0013']
DOI: https://doi.org/10.33545/27080013.2023.v4.i1a.94