Repellency of Carvacrol, Thymol, and Their Acetates against Imported Fire Ants.

ABSTRACT: In the United States, imported fire ants are commonly referred to as red imported fire ants (Solenopsis invicta Buren), black imported fire ants (S. richteri Forel), and hybrid imported fire ants (S. invicta × S. richteri). They are significant pests, and their control heavily relies on synthetic insecticides. The extensive use of insecticides has led to public concern about their potential negative effects on human health and the well-being of wildlife and the environment. As an alternative, plant-derived natural compounds, particularly essential oils (EOs) and their main constituents, show promise as safe and environmentally friendly products for controlling fire ants. Repellants are useful in managing fire ants, and plant-derived natural repellants may serve

SUBMITTER: Paudel P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10607101 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature