Effect of Gamma Rays and/or Fluorescent Pigments on Sterility and Survival of the Stable Fly

Authors

  • D. F. Williams
  • G. C. LaBrecque
  • R. S. Patterson

Abstract

Comparative studies on the relative effectiveness of two ^6^0Co irradiators differing only in dose rate showed that both were equally effective in producing sterility in the stable fly Stomoxys calcitrans (L.). Survival was superior, however, in those flies irradiated with the higher dose rate unit. Marking with fluorescent pigments produced an increase in daily mortalities regardless of whether or not the flies had been irradiated.

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Published

1977-12-01

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Literature Review Articles