Publications by authors named "Aleksandra Konjevic"

Serbia has recently begun facing a serious problem with the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug, (Stål), which was first recorded in October 2015. This species belongs to the Pentomidae family and is notorious for causing extensive damage to plants. During the winter, it tends to gather in urban areas, such as houses and different man-made facilities, which has raised concerns among producers and citizens.

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Urban areas are often populated by specific species of insects, some colorful and appealing, such as ladybugs and butterflies, and others irritating as nuisance bitters or as vectors of pathogens of public health importance. Mosquitoes in urban areas often utilize habitats adjacent to human residences, while phytophagous insect species such as stink bugs often colonize ornamental plants and utilize human-made structures including houses as overwintering shelters. This article discusses the early detection and the current distribution of two invasive mosquito species, Skuse 1894 and (Theobald 1901), in Serbia, introduced in 2009 and 2018, respectively.

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Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Aleksandra Konjevic"

  • Aleksandra Konjevic's research focuses on invasive insect species in Serbia, particularly their introduction, establishment, and impact on urban ecosystems and agricultural settings.* -
  • Recent studies highlight the emergence of the Brown Marmorated Stink Bug as a significant pest since its first record in 2015, raising concerns among farmers and urban residents due to the extensive damage it causes to plants.* -
  • Konjevic's work also examines the distribution and early detection of two invasive mosquito species in Serbia, emphasizing their habitats and interaction with human environments and public health.*