Notes on the bioecology of cecid fly, Procontarinia mangivora Gagne, (Diptera: Cecidomyiidae) infesting mango

Issue Date

10-2013

Abstract

Life history traits of cecid fly, Procontarinia mangivora were studied under field and laboratory conditions. Cecid fly infested mango fruits starting from 32 days after flower indication (DAFI). it completed its life cycle in 10-12 days. Pupation occurred in the soil. Adults lived up to 3 days. Unlike earlier reports, evidences showed that the insect is not nocturnal. There is an indication that the species id highly specific in the plant part that it attacks. Initial results showed that the species of cecid fly causing blisters on the mango leaves are different from those attacking the fruits. Procontarinia mangivora, the species found in fruits, did not lay eggs on shoots under laboratory conditions. Mensurative studies indicated that the incidence of cecid fly could not be reduced by pruning and complete control of undergrowth.

Source or Periodical Title

The Philippine Entomologist

ISSN

0048-3753

Volume

27

Issue

2

Page

207

Document Type

Article

Frequency

semi-annually

Language

English

En – AGROVOC descriptors

DIPTERA; CECIDOMYIIDAE; FRUIT DAMAGING INSECTS; MANGOES; INFESTATIONS; LIFE CYCLE

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