Silin Chen , Siyu Chen , Jianfeng Liu , Fangling Xu , Maofa Yang , Chengxu Wu , Runa Zhao
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Density-dependent transgenerational effects of Pyemotes zhonghuajia parasitism on the Megabruchidius dorsalis
Ectoparasitic mites can significantly influence host insect populations by altering their growth, reproduction, and survival. This study investigates the density-dependent effects of Pyemotes zhonghuajia (Yu, Zhang & He) (Prostigmata: Pyemotidae) parasitism on the life history traits and population dynamics of Megabruchidius dorsalis (Fahraeus, 1839) (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae: Bruchinae). Using a two-sex life table approach, we analyzed the impact of different P. zhonghuajia densities (5, 10, and 20 mites per host) on both parental and offspring generations. The results showed that low-density parasitism (5 mites) significantly reduced parental fecundity (from 25.310 to 13.220 eggs/female) and suppressed offspring population growth (R0 reduced to 0.203), likely due to maternal effects. Under high-density mite parasitism (10 and 20 mites), parental adults exhibit extended longevity, delayed maturation, and suppressed reproduction, while the offspring show a partial restoration of reproductive potential. The findings suggest that P. zhonghuajia parasitism disrupts M. dorsalis population dynamics through density-dependent and intergenerational effects, offering insights into its potential as a biocontrol agent.
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Biological control is an environmentally sound and effective means of reducing or mitigating pests and pest effects through the use of natural enemies. The aim of Biological Control is to promote this science and technology through publication of original research articles and reviews of research and theory. The journal devotes a section to reports on biotechnologies dealing with the elucidation and use of genes or gene products for the enhancement of biological control agents.
The journal encompasses biological control of viral, microbial, nematode, insect, mite, weed, and vertebrate pests in agriculture, aquatic, forest, natural resource, stored product, and urban environments. Biological control of arthropod pests of human and domestic animals is also included. Ecological, molecular, and biotechnological approaches to the understanding of biological control are welcome.