Biological effects of Chitin-synthesis inhibitor, Hexaflumuron compound on the desert locust, Schistocerca gregaria (Forskal)

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1 Department of Entomology, Faculty of Science, Ain Shams University

2 Departement of Entomology Faculty of Science, Ain-Shams University

3 Plant Protection Research Institute, Agric. Res. Center

Abstract

 
Feeding application of different concentrations of Consult on one day old and six day old of the 5th nymphal instar of the desert locust, Schistocerca gregaria (Forskal)showed mortal action on treated nymphs, failure in ecdysis to adults and prolongation in the 5th nymphal age and adults had malformed wings, colour changes of body and failure of completely getting rid the last nymphal exuvia.

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Egyptian Academic Journal of Biological Sciences, F. Toxicology & Pest Control
Volume 1, Issue 1
December 2009
Pages 49-57

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