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Open AccessEffect of temperature on survival of Australian entomopathogenic nematodes and their virulence against the Queensland fruit fly, Bactrocera tryoni
Entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) are commonly used biocontrol agents of insect pests, with a wide range of commercially available isolates targeting specific pests. New isolates are, however, required to impr...
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Isolation and molecular characterization of five entomopathogenic nematode species and their bacterial symbionts from eastern Australia
Entomopathogenic nematodes (EPNs) are used in biological control of pest insects but their potential may be limited by strain availability from different bioregions and effectiveness against specific pests. He...
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Foraging in the Dark – Chemically Mediated Host Plant Location by Belowground Insect Herbivores
Root-feeding insects are key components in many terrestrial ecosystems. Like shoot-feeding insect herbivores, they exploit a range of chemical cues to locate host plants. Respiratory emissions of carbon dioxid...
