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VOL. 9, ISSUE 8 (2024)
Comprehensive life cycle and larval morphometrics of Parasa lepida (Lepidoptera: Limacodidae): A serious pest of Terminalia bellirica
Authors
Shantaram B Bhoye, Pravin M Makode
Abstract
The current research offers comprehensive insights into the life cycle
of Parasa lepida Cramer (Lepidoptera-Limacodidae). It is the serious
pest of Terminalia bellirica tree. The larvae are polyphagous,
feeding on the foliage of Terminalia bellirica. It also documents the
existing lengths and widths of larvae of Parasa lepida Cramer found in
the Dnyanganga Wildlife Sanctuary (DWLS), Buldana. Research findings document
the development stages from egg to adult, focusing on the larval dimensional
characteristics and instar durations. Data collected from developmental studies
carried out in laboratory environments showed that the incubation period for
eggs ranged from 4 to 5 days. The first instar duration was between 2 to 3
days. The second instar persisted for 4 to 6 days, while the third instar took
5 to 7 days to complete. The fourth instar required 6 to 7 days before
progressing to the fifth instar. The fifth and sixth instars needed 7 to 8 days
and 6 to 8 days, respectively, whereas the seventh instar lasted for 5 to 7
days. Upon finishing the larval stage, the seventh instar larva gradually
transitioned to a pre-pupal form within 5 to 6 days. The pupal case was
characterized by a hard, oval shape, and the pupal duration ranged from 30 to
32 days. Adult longevity varied from 4 to 8 days.
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Pages:127-131
How to cite this article:
Shantaram B Bhoye, Pravin M Makode "Comprehensive life cycle and larval morphometrics of <i>Parasa lepida</i> (Lepidoptera: Limacodidae): A serious pest of <i>Terminalia bellirica</i>". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 8, 2024, Pages 127-131
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