Characterization of mirid assemblages (Heteroptera, Miridae) in mango orchards in Reunion Island and implementation of identification and recognition tools

Atiama M., Ramage T., Jacquot M., Sadeyen J.A.M., Delatte H., Deguine J.P.
2017

Introduction ¿ Mango (Mangifera indica L.) is the second most important tropical fruit produced worldwide. In Reunion Island, serious losses are the result of damage caused by Orthops palus (Taylor, 1947) (Heteroptera, Miridae). This bug sucks the sap of mango inflorescences, causing them to dry out. However, little is known about this pest and the other mirid species present in mango orchards. ...

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