Volatiles from cotton aphid (Aphis gossypii) infested plants attract the natural enemy Hippodamia variegata.

ABSTRACT: The Aphis gossypii is a major threat of cotton worldwide due to its short life cycle and rapid reproduction. Chemical control is the primary method used to manage the cotton aphid, which has significant environmental impacts. Therefore, prioritizing eco-friendly alternatives is essential for managing the cotton aphid. The ladybird, Hippodamia variegata, is a predominant predator of the cotton aphid. Its performance in cotton plantation is directly linked to chemical communication, where volatile compounds emitted from aphid-infested plants play important roles in successful predation. Here, we comprehensively studied the chemical interaction between the pest, natural enemy and host plants by analyzing the volatile profiles of aphid-infested cotton plants using gas chromatogra

SUBMITTER: Yi C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10761428 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature