0320. Behavioral aspects and predation of seeds of Cardiospermum grandiflorum Swartz (Sapindaceae) by Cissoanthonomus tuberculipennis Hustache (Coleoptera: Curculionidae).

Authors

  • Silvana Lampert
  • Marcoandre Savaris
  • Germano H. Rosado-Neto
  • Paulo Roberto Valle da Silva Pereira

Abstract

For the first time in Brazil, the weevil Cissoanthonomus tuberculipennis Hustache, 1939 (Coleoptera: Curculionidae) are reported preying on seeds of Cardiospermum grandiflorum Swartz (Sapindaceae). Observations are presented on oviposition and larval behavior, pupation site, and adult emergence. Photos of host plant, egg, larva, pupa and adult are provided.

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Published

2013-10-11

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Articles 0320-0325 (11 October 2013)

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