Fen Li

Polarotactic Aggregation of the Migratory Locust Locusta migratoria migratorioides (Insecta: Orthoptera) Driven by Spectral-Polarization Vector Combinations

The migratory locust, Locusta migratoria migratorioides (Fairmaire et L.J. Reiche) (Insecta: Orthoptera) (syn. L. m. manilensis), exhibits polarization-sensitive (polarotactic) aggregation behavior that can be exploited for behavioral control. This study elucidates the effects of...

Metabolic resistance to emamectin benzoate mediated by CYP4C175 and its dual regulatory functions in development and reproduction of Megalurothrips usitatus

Abstract BACKGROUND Cowpea is a vital vegetable crop in tropical regions, but the Megalurothrips usitatus causes severe yield losses. Emamectin benzoate is widely used for control; however, resistance has emerged and the molecular basis remains unclear. RESULTS This investigation...