Abstract
Mating frequency of the bulb mite, Rhizoglyphus robini Claparède (Astigmata: Acaridae) was recorded for 23 days on 6 concentrations of peanut extract. The largest numbers of couplings and of adults were obtained on the undiluted (100%) extract, and the fewest on the most diluted (10%) diet. Good association between mating frequency and adult numbers was also observed on several other foods.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 201-206 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | International Journal of Invertebrate Reproduction |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jan 1982 |
Keywords
- Acaridae
- Food quality
- Mating
- Rhizoglyphus robini