A study of Cactoblastis cactorum (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) in its native range: further insights into life cycle, larval identification, developmental parameters, natural enemies, and damage to the host plant Opuntia ficus-indica (Caryophyllales: Cactaceae)
Cactoblastis cactorum Berg (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) has been extensively studied since its initial use as a biological control agent for invasive populations of Opuntia Mill. The moth is native to several South American countries including Argentina where the exotic Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill. (...
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