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Spatial distribution pattern and infestation rates of Phyllocnistis citrella St...
Costa, Jaciley BragançaThe citrus leaf miner, Phyllocnistis citrella, poses a significant threat to citrus fruit cultivation worldwide, with its detrimental impact on citrus orchards well-documented. Direct damage caused by its larvae creating galleries in the leaves, along with increasing the plants' susceptibility to citrus canker disease, makes it essential to understand the infestation dynamics of this pest and develop effective ...
Spatial distribution pattern of male adults of Phyllocnistis citrella Stainton ...
Costa, Jaciley Bragança; Madureira, Marta; Pereira, J.A.; Rodrigues, IsabelPhyllocnistis citrella Stainton, commonly known as the citrus leafminer, threatens global citrus production. This study focuses on elucidating the population dynamics and spatial distribution of P. citrella in lemon orchards located in Northern Portugal. From May to December, using delta traps with sexual pheromones, the levels of the adult population were monitored, and aggregation indices were calculated. Fiv...