Life Traits of Chrysoperla carnea (Neuroptera: Chrysopidae)
Mansoor, Muhammad Mudassir / Muhammad Raza, Abu Bakar
The common green lacewing Chrysoperla carnea is a key biological control agent employed in integrated pest management (IPM) programs for managing various insect pests. The use of insecticide-resistant natural enemies can prevent secondary pest outbreaks and pest resurgence in many cropping systems in which chemical management of pests is a common practice. In the field, temperature has a prominent effect on insecticide effectiveness. It is a k...