A Captive Study on Activity-Rest, Nesting and Aggression Behavior of an Indian Ant Species, Polyrhachis lacteipennis (Smith 1858) (Hymenoptera: Formicidae: Formicinae)

Karmakar, Ranajit; Banik, Sarmistha; Biswas, Tanima; Brahmachary, Ratanlal; Sahu, Chitta Ranjan

doi:10.1007/s12595-012-0040-5

“…The experimental thermal stimulation was shown to have a direct correlation with aggression like MOR in ants (Desmedt et al, 2017). In one of our previous observations with Polyrhachis lacteipennis, we recorded fewer ants outside the makeshift nest in the formicarium during the winter days of the experiment as compared with a large number 355 of ants during summer days (Karmakar et al, 2012). In the present investigation with two different ant species, we too observed a similar response towards the ambient temperature in the captive ants in the formicarium.…”

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A brief review on integrated pest management of pink bollworm, Pectinophora gossypiella (Saunders) in cotton

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Kumar,

Naik L

et al. 2023

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An outline of integrated approaches to managing the pink bollworm (Pectinophora gossypiella) within cotton crops is presented. The pink bollworm poses a notable menace to cotton production, necessitating a comprehensive strategy for its effective control. This assessment delves into the fusion of varied techniques for pest management, encompassing cultural, biological, and chemical methodologies, all aimed at mitigating the harm caused by the pink bollworm in an environmentally sound manner. Cultural practices like altering crop types, initiating early planting, and eliminating affected plant remains, disrupt the life cycle of the pest. Biological agents, such as Trichogramma wasps and natural predators, act as inherent checks on population expansion. The judicious application of insecticides, guided by monitoring methods, brings the integrated plan to fruition. The amalgamation emphasizes the importance of a holistic standpoint in curtailing the use of pesticides while upholding effective pest control. The triumphant execution of this approach necessitates the training of farmers, the dispersion of advanced technology, and collaboration among all stakeholders. The different studies underscore the viability of IPM as a sustainable and holistic strategy to manage pink bollworm infestations in cotton, ensuring enhanced yield and ecological equilibrium. Keywords: Pheromone trap, mass trapping, mating disruption, biological control and pesticides

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“…The experimental thermal stimulation was shown to have a direct correlation with aggression like MOR in ants (Desmedt et al, 2017). In one of our previous observations with Polyrhachis lacteipennis, we recorded fewer ants outside the makeshift nest in the formicarium during the winter days of the experiment as compared with a large number 355 of ants during summer days (Karmakar et al, 2012). In the present investigation with two different ant species, we too observed a similar response towards the ambient temperature in the captive ants in the formicarium.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 70%

Ambrosia beetle: An emerging pest of arecanut palm

T. N,

E. K,

Thube R

et al. 2023

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The first issue of Insect Environment was published in 1996. The sole objective of Insect Environment is to popularize insect study through popular, semi-technical and technical research notes, extension notes for managing insect pests, photographs, short blogs and essays on all aspects of insects. The journal is published quarterly, in March, June, September, and December.Insect Environment subscription is free; articles can be downloaded from the website https://insectenvironment.com/ For regular updates, blogs and the journal, upload your mail ID on our website. THERE IS NO SUBSCRIPTION FEE. Those who wish to promote insect science and conservation are welcome to send the sponsorship to AVIAN Trust Bank details are as follows: Bank Name: Federal Bank Bank A/C: 11040100351959 Bank IFSC: FDRL0001104 Swift code: FDRLINBBIBD Author guidelinesShort popular insect notes, review essays, new records, profiles, tributes, and views are acceptable. There are no page charges; each article should preferably not exceed 500 words. Authors can refer to back volumes available on the website for writing style. Good photographs are encouraged. A special insect photo gallery "Insect Lens" is to encourage professional and amateur photographs on insects. These will be published in the quarterly Insect Environment.The blogs are for quick dissemination of insect "news". These will be uploaded within a week of submission and will be on the website. Blogs should be about hundred words with one photograph, in simple English This journal is unique in that it encourages articles from students to amateurs to professionals! It is hosted in CABI (as full text) and ZooBank, Indian Abstracts, Research Gate, Google Scholar etc. ensuring global coverage. Scientific articles are assigned DOI.

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“…The experimental thermal stimulation was shown to have a direct correlation with aggression like MOR in ants (Desmedt et al, 2017). In one of our previous observations with Polyrhachis lacteipennis, we recorded fewer ants outside the makeshift nest in the formicarium during the winter days of the experiment as compared with a large number 355 of ants during summer days (Karmakar et al, 2012). In the present investigation with two different ant species, we too observed a similar response towards the ambient temperature in the captive ants in the formicarium.…”

Section: Discussionsupporting

confidence: 70%

Non-nest associated congregation in drones of Meliponines

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C.N

et al. 2023

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The first issue of Insect Environment was published in 1996. The sole objective of Insect Environment is to popularize insect study through popular, semi-technical and technical research notes, extension notes for managing insect pests, photographs, short blogs and essays on all aspects of insects. The journal is published quarterly, in March, June, September, and December.Insect Environment subscription is free; articles can be downloaded from the website https://insectenvironment.com/ For regular updates, blogs and the journal, upload your mail ID on our website. THERE IS NO SUBSCRIPTION FEE. Those who wish to promote insect science and conservation are welcome to send the sponsorship to AVIAN Trust Bank details are as follows: Bank Name: Federal Bank Bank A/C: 11040100351959 Bank IFSC: FDRL0001104 Swift code: FDRLINBBIBD Author guidelinesShort popular insect notes, review essays, new records, profiles, tributes, and views are acceptable. There are no page charges; each article should preferably not exceed 500 words. Authors can refer to back volumes available on the website for writing style. Good photographs are encouraged. A special insect photo gallery "Insect Lens" is to encourage professional and amateur photographs on insects. These will be published in the quarterly Insect Environment.The blogs are for quick dissemination of insect "news". These will be uploaded within a week of submission and will be on the website. Blogs should be about hundred words with one photograph, in simple English This journal is unique in that it encourages articles from students to amateurs to professionals! It is hosted in CABI (as full text) and ZooBank, Indian Abstracts, Research Gate, Google Scholar etc. ensuring global coverage. Scientific articles are assigned DOI.

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A Captive Study on Activity-Rest, Nesting and Aggression Behavior of an Indian Ant Species, Polyrhachis lacteipennis (Smith 1858) (Hymenoptera: Formicidae: Formicinae)

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A brief review on integrated pest management of pink bollworm, Pectinophora gossypiella (Saunders) in cotton

A brief review on integrated pest management of pink bollworm, Pectinophora gossypiella (Saunders) in cotton

Ambrosia beetle: An emerging pest of arecanut palm

Non-nest associated congregation in drones of Meliponines

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