Publications by authors named "Daniela H Maggio"
Sympatric species of Heilipus Germar (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Hylobiini) on fruits of Lauraceae: a new species from Brazil and redescription of Heilipus draco (Fabricius, 1801).
Priscila A Sanz-Veiga Fernando W T Leivas Valentina Díaz-Grisales Salvatore Anzaldo Germano H Rosado-Neto Daniela H Maggio
Zootaxa
June 2024
Article Synopsis
- The text introduces a new species of weevil, Heilipus vividaensis, discovered in Brazil, and also provides an updated description of an existing species, H. draco.
- Both species were found in association with specific fruiting plants in Brazil, highlighting their ecological connection.
- The study includes detailed descriptions of their physical features, reproductive structures, distribution, and genetic information to aid in identification and understanding of these species.
is a serious pest of maize and other crops worldwide. The integration of control tactics is recommended for suppression because reports of insecticide and Btplant-resistance are frequent. Biological control agents would be an alternative to improve control in agricultural areas.
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