Intrasexual Vibrational Behavior of Philaenus spumarius in Semi-Field Conditions.

ABSTRACT: Insects that communicate by vibrational signals live in a complex interactive network of communication. Most studies on insect intrasexual behavior, based on plant-borne vibrational signals, have targeted few individuals. Despite their importance, behaviors that occur within groups were often overlooked. The study of multiple individuals, when insects occur in high density could simulate the environment in which they live and provide more reliable information on their behavior. In semi-field conditions, we investigated the intrasexual behavior of the meadow spittlebug, Philaenus spumarius. Vibrational signals exchanged among individuals of the same sex were recorded throughout their adult stage, from late spring to early autumn, and during the day, from the morning to the evening using a l

SUBMITTER: Akassou I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8306748 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature