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In nature there are some predators like earwigs which feed on the loose eggs. However, there are no biocontrol agents capable of reducing the pest population. Several laboratories have tested and tried to introduce biocontrol agents like entomopathogenic nematodes, fungal pathogens etc., but wiDamage
Almost the entire damage is caused by the larvae that feed on the inner tissues of host palm near the crown or some part of the trunk region. In coconut the damage is towards the upper portion of trunk but in date palm the damage is more at the base of the trunk. The external symptoms producTail piece
Before I conclude, the management of red palm weevil is possible only with the cooperation of growers, farmers, governemental departments, dedicated researchers, policy makers and research organizations. Today the world we live in is like a global village. If somewhere some new pest or emergingRating damage intensity
Coconut palm damage percentage: Generally the extension agencies record the number of infestions by the pest to understan its severity in a given location, region, province etc. This will help in formulation extension programs to suit the local needs. Date palm damage percentage: Here alNew Report of Pest from Curacao
A very interesting story is developing on the first report of Red Palm Weevil from Willemstad, Curacao, Caribbean. This report of Rhynchophorus ferrugineus from Curacao has generated quite a bit of discussion and controversy. Hugh has commented and questioned the veracity of the R. ferrugineus sAlbum Pics
Eggs Early instar larvae Middle instar grub in partially fed sugarcane bits Pupa (fibrous cocoon removed) Rearing in sugarcane bits Rearing adults (split sugarcane bits removed) Damaged coconut palm cut to show exit hole marks DDetecton of pest damage
The infestation may be categorized into three damage stages such as, mild, medium and severe. The palm with mild damage will have small holes and oozing of brown viscous liquid. In the second stage, the palm will show clear indication of damage, with extrusion of chewed up fibers and bad
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