Feeding range of Sitona regensteinensis Hbst. (Coleoptera: Curculionidae), a potential agent for biological control of Cytisus scoparius (L.) link (Broom) in New Zealand |
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| Authors: | P Syrett |
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| Institution: | Manaaki Whenua, Landcare Research New Zealand Ltd , PO Box 69, Lincoln, New Zealand |
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| Abstract: | The weevil Sitona regensteinensis is being considered for biological control of Cytisus scoparius in New Zealand. Adult feeding tests demonstrated that while foliage of C scoparius was preferred, weevils fed also on Chamaecytisus palmensis and Lupinus arboreus. Tests with the root‐feeding larval stage have yet to be completed. |
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| Keywords: | Sitona regensteinensis Cytisus scoparius biological control |
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