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VOL. 11, ISSUE 1 (2026)
Damaging impact of Spodoptera spp. on major agricultural crops from Aurangabad District: A comprehensive study
Authors
Shedolkar T S, Lakhe A D, Pawar M V
Abstract
The present study was conducted to evaluate
the damaging impact and host range of the genus Spodoptera in the
Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India, from June 2022 to May 2024. Field
surveys were carried out in different agricultural fields under natural
conditions. The predominant species recorded were Spodoptera frugiperda
and Spodoptera litura. Larval infestation was mainly observed during the
vegetative stage, causing leaf scraping, irregular holes, defoliation, and
reduced plant vigour, leading to significant yield loss. The study confirms the
polyphagous nature and damaging potential of Spodoptera species and
emphasizes the need for regular monitoring and effective pest management
strategies.
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Pages:446-448
How to cite this article:
Shedolkar T S, Lakhe A D, Pawar M V "Damaging impact of <i>Spodoptera </i>spp. on major agricultural crops from Aurangabad District: A comprehensive study". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 11, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 446-448
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