JOURNAL ARTICLE

Morphology and development of immature stages of Microplitis manilae (Hymenoptera: Braconidae), an important endoparasitoid of Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae).

  • Published In: Annals of the Entomological Society of America, 2025, v. 118, n. 2. P. 137 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Lu, Jia-Yan; Luo, Xi; Chai, Jing; Li, Zhen-Xiao; Shu, Xiao-Han; Ye, Xi-Qian; Li, Hong-Ming; Zhang, Han; Zhan, You-Guo; Tang, Pu; Chen, Xue-Xin 3 of 3

Abstract

This article focuses on the biology and host-parasitoid interactions of Microplitis manilae (Ashmead), a solitary endoparasitic wasp that targets larvae of Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. Smith), a major agricultural pest. The study found that M. manilae prefers to parasitize second-instar larvae of S. frugiperda and that a temperature of 26 °C optimizes its development, cocooning, emergence rates, and female fecundity. Detailed morphological descriptions and developmental timelines of M. manilae's immature stages—egg, three larval instars, prepupa, and pupa—were documented, revealing key physiological traits and developmental durations. These findings provide foundational knowledge for improving laboratory rearing conditions and advancing the use of M. manilae in sustainable biological control programs against noctuid pests.

Additional Information

  • Source:Annals of the Entomological Society of America. 2025/03, Vol. 118, Issue 2, p137
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Zoology
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0013-8746
  • DOI:10.1093/aesa/saaf005
  • Accession Number:183907114
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