Comparative feeding behaviour of rove beetles (Paederus littoralis) with reference to natural and artificial diets
2010
Rana, H. (Karachi Univ. (Pakistan). Dept. of Zoology) | Khan, M.F. (Karachi Univ. (Pakistan). Dept. of Zoology) | Naqvi, S.N.H. (Baqai Medical Univ., Karachi (Pakistan). Dept. of Pharmaceutical Sciences)
It was concluded that Paederus littoralis (L) is homogeneously distributed throughout the selected area. Studies on Paederus spp. was started in March 2007 and continued till October 2008. Over 8,000 specimens were collected from the different parts of District Thatta, Sindh, Pakistan. Food preference of rove beetles was studied under laboratory conditions. Aphids 95-99% in A&C. Batch whereas all aphids (50) in Batch B. Studies revealed that adults were often very active, always preferring to eat natural diet regardless of the presence of artificial diets.
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