First report of Tuberaphis xinglongensis (Zhang, 1982) from India on Areca catechu Linnaeus with morphological re-description and molecular characterization

Authors

  • SUNIL JOSHI
  • SHARANABASAPPA S. DESHMUKH
  • RAKSHIT OJHA
  • S. K. JALALI
  • H. B. PAVITHRA
  • C. M. KALLESHWARA SWAMY

Keywords:

Aphid, new distribution, arecanut, Tuberaphis, India

Abstract

Tuberaphis xinglongensis (Zhang and Zhong) is recorded for the first time from India on Areca catechu Linnaeus. The aphid is re-described, illustrated and measured. The identity of species is confirmed with help of molecular characterization. A key to the species under this genus from India is provided. Arecanut is new host plant record for this aphid.

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Published

2021-06-21

Issue

Vol. 27 No. 2 (2021): Pest Management in Horticultural Ecosystems

Section

Original Research Papers