Molecular diversity of Sesamia inferens (Walker, 1856) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) from India.

ABSTRACT: Pink stem borer, Sesamia inferens (Walker, 1856) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) is reported to infest many graminaceous crops and cause significant losses. S. inferens cause damage by killing the central shoot and producing a characteristic symptom called "dead heart". Since graminaceous crops are an important source of food for humans and their livestock, impetus should be given on designing efficient management strategies against pink stem borer. The study of genetic variability of pest populations enables to interpret the ecological investigations correctly and also helps to comprehend the dissimilar response of pest to management tactics. The present study was undertaken to evaluate the diversity in S. inferens populations using mitochondrial cytochrome oxidase subunit I

SUBMITTER: Dey A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7897588 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature