A New Approach for the Control of Cockroaches Utilizing the Entomophilic Nematode DD-136 in Conjunction with Attractants.

Abstract

The pathogenicity of two different entomogenous nematodes (Neoaplectana carpocapsae and N. glaseri) for the German cockroach (Blattella germanica) was investigated. Infective juveniles of each test species were placed in an infection chamber consisting of a standard petri dish with filter paper. At sufficient concentrations, the invasive of N. carpocapsae (DD-136) reduced roach populations significantly. However, the invasive of N. glaseri proved considerably less virulent.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA118512

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  • G. Mallory Boush

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  • University of Wisconsin–Madison

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DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Animals
  • Bacteria
  • Cockroaches
  • Fatty Acids
  • Infection
  • Insect Control
  • Insects
  • Microbiology
  • Microorganisms
  • Military Research
  • Nematoda
  • Oleic Acid
  • Paper
  • Parasites
  • Pest Control
  • Pests
  • Wisconsin

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