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View article: Identification and Evaluation of Alfalfa Volatiles for Monitoring and Management of Odontothrips loti and Frankliniella occidentalis
Identification and Evaluation of Alfalfa Volatiles for Monitoring and Management of Odontothrips loti and Frankliniella occidentalis Open
Plant-derived volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are widely used as insect attractants for population monitoring, offering an efficient and eco-friendly approach to pest management. Since thrips are the dominant pest species in alfalfa (Med…
View article: Three Different Biopesticides Against Megalurothrips usitatus (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) and Their Toxicological and Biochemical Impacts
Three Different Biopesticides Against Megalurothrips usitatus (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) and Their Toxicological and Biochemical Impacts Open
The laboratory toxicity and physiological effects of three biopesticides—the entomopathogenic fungus Beauveria bassiana, the biocontrol bacterium Bacillus safensis, and the botanical insecticide Artemisia ordosica essential oil—were evalua…
View article: Insect Community Diversity in Photovoltaic Power Station and Its Response to Environmental Factors
Insect Community Diversity in Photovoltaic Power Station and Its Response to Environmental Factors Open
To investigate the impact of PV power station construction on insect community diversity in the desert steppe of Ningxia and its response to environmental factors, insect communities were surveyed in different areas within the PV station (…
View article: Effects of Wind Turbine Density on Insect Diversity and Its Mechanisms in Ningxia Desert Steppe Wind Farms
Effects of Wind Turbine Density on Insect Diversity and Its Mechanisms in Ningxia Desert Steppe Wind Farms Open
Amidst the rapid development of renewable energy, wind power, as a major renewable energy source, has raised ecological concerns regarding its impacts on ecosystems and biodiversity. Insects, as direct displays and feedback of the environm…
View article: Comparative genomics uncovers evolutionary drivers of locust migratory adaptation
Comparative genomics uncovers evolutionary drivers of locust migratory adaptation Open
The findings suggest that the evolution of migratory behavior is associated with increased selective pressure on metabolism and mitochondria-related pathways. Hundreds of genes undergo selective changes during repetitive transitions to mig…
View article: An Evaluation of the Predatory Function of Orius strigicollis (Poppius) (Hemiptera: Anthocoridae) on Megalurothrips usitatus (Bagnall) (Thysanoptera: Thripidae)
An Evaluation of the Predatory Function of Orius strigicollis (Poppius) (Hemiptera: Anthocoridae) on Megalurothrips usitatus (Bagnall) (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) Open
Megalurothrips usitatus (Bagnall) is one of the most important pests harming alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) in Ningxia. In the field, Orius strigicollis (Poppius) is abundant. It has a high search efficiency and consumption rate of prey on a…
View article: Genetic parameter of egg quality traits and albumen density in white leghorn
Genetic parameter of egg quality traits and albumen density in white leghorn Open
View article: Impact of Wind Power Density on Insect Diversity and its Mechanisms in Ningxia Desert Steppe Wind Farms
Impact of Wind Power Density on Insect Diversity and its Mechanisms in Ningxia Desert Steppe Wind Farms Open
View article: Beta Diversity and Driving Factors of Saprophagous Insects Across Four Grassland Types in Ningxia, China
Beta Diversity and Driving Factors of Saprophagous Insects Across Four Grassland Types in Ningxia, China Open
View article: Genomic evidence for hybridization and introgression between blue peafowl and endangered green peafowl and molecular foundation of leucistic plumage of blue peafowl
Genomic evidence for hybridization and introgression between blue peafowl and endangered green peafowl and molecular foundation of leucistic plumage of blue peafowl Open
Introduction The blue peafowl (Pavo cristatus) and the green peafowl (Pavo muticus) have garnered significant public affection due to their stunning appearance, although the green peafowl is currently endangered. The causative mutation tha…
View article: Effects of Habitat Loss on Tenebrionidae in Gravel–Sand Mulching Areas of Desert Steppe in Ningxia, China
Effects of Habitat Loss on Tenebrionidae in Gravel–Sand Mulching Areas of Desert Steppe in Ningxia, China Open
The desert steppe in Ningxia is the largest natural steppe type in the region, characterized by a fragile ecological environment and low carrying capacity. Gravel–sand mulching, a local agricultural practice, involves using a sand and grav…
View article: Effects of Different Tillage Years on Soil Composition and Ground-Dwelling Arthropod Diversity in Gravel-Sand Mulching Watermelon Fields
Effects of Different Tillage Years on Soil Composition and Ground-Dwelling Arthropod Diversity in Gravel-Sand Mulching Watermelon Fields Open
Arthropods play a crucial role in ecological processes and agricultural productivity. Soil physicochemical properties, indicators of soil health, are closely linked to arthropod communities. Gravel-sand mulching, commonly employed in arid …
View article: Changes in Soil Composition over Different Tillage Years and their Cascading Effects on Arthropod Diversity Regulation in Gravel-Sand Mulching Watermelon Fields in the Desert Steppe of Northwest China
Changes in Soil Composition over Different Tillage Years and their Cascading Effects on Arthropod Diversity Regulation in Gravel-Sand Mulching Watermelon Fields in the Desert Steppe of Northwest China Open
Arthropods, the most abundant group in ecosystems, play crucial roles in human production. Soil physicochemical properties reflect soil health and are linked to arthropods through cascading effects. Gravel-sand mulching, commonly practiced…
View article: The grasshopper genome reveals long-term gene content conservation of the X Chromosome and temporal variation in X Chromosome evolution
The grasshopper genome reveals long-term gene content conservation of the X Chromosome and temporal variation in X Chromosome evolution Open
We present the first chromosome-level genome assembly of the grasshopper, Locusta migratoria , one of the largest insect genomes. We use coverage differences between females (XX) and males (X0) to identify the X Chromosome gene content, an…
View article: Transmission from seed to seedling and elimination of alfalfa viruses
Transmission from seed to seedling and elimination of alfalfa viruses Open
Introduction Viral diseases have become a vital factor limiting the development of the alfalfa ( Medicago sativa ) industry. Six viruses infecting alfalfa with a high incidence rate are Alfalfa mosaic virus (AMV), Medicago sativa alphapart…
View article: Chromosome-level genome assembly of Odontothrips loti Haliday (Thysanoptera: Thripidae)
Chromosome-level genome assembly of Odontothrips loti Haliday (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) Open
View article: Gene gain and loss from the Asian corn borer W chromosome
Gene gain and loss from the Asian corn borer W chromosome Open
View article: Beta diversity of grasshoppers and predatory beetles across steppes is closely associated with altitude and average annual precipitation in Ningxia, northwest China
Beta diversity of grasshoppers and predatory beetles across steppes is closely associated with altitude and average annual precipitation in Ningxia, northwest China Open
Beta diversity analysis was conducted to identify factors affecting the beta diversity patterns of grasshoppers and predatory beetles in steppes and the primary environmental drivers of these patterns in Ningxia, northwest China. Data on t…
View article: Beta Diversity of Insects Across Steppes is Closely Associated with Altitude and Average Annual Precipitation in Ningxia, Northwest China
Beta Diversity of Insects Across Steppes is Closely Associated with Altitude and Average Annual Precipitation in Ningxia, Northwest China Open
View article: The Diversity of Functional Arthropod Taxa Responses to Agricultural Practices in Desert Steppe Landscapes and Their Driving Factors
The Diversity of Functional Arthropod Taxa Responses to Agricultural Practices in Desert Steppe Landscapes and Their Driving Factors Open
View article: Genomic evidence for hybridization and introgression between blue peafowl and green peafowl and selection for white plumage
Genomic evidence for hybridization and introgression between blue peafowl and green peafowl and selection for white plumage Open
The blue peafowl ( Pavo cristatus ) and the green peafowl ( Pavo muticus ) have significant public affection due to their stunning appearance, although the green peafowl is currently endangered. Some studies have suggested introgression be…
View article: The Efficiency of Pest Control Options against Two Major Sweet Corn Ear Pests in China
The Efficiency of Pest Control Options against Two Major Sweet Corn Ear Pests in China Open
Helicoverpa armigera (Hübner) and Ostrinia furnacalis (Guenée) are the most devastating insect pests at the ear stage of maize, causing significant losses to the sweet corn industry. Pesticide control primarily relies on spraying during th…
View article: Identification of spatial distribution and drivers for grasshopper populations based on geographic detectors
Identification of spatial distribution and drivers for grasshopper populations based on geographic detectors Open
Grasshoppers are important elements for supporting ecosystem services which make it important to understand their spatial distribution characteristics to reduce outbreaks, implement effective control while minimizing non-target impacts. Th…
View article: Identification of CNGCs in Glycine max and Screening of Related Resistance Genes after Fusarium solani Infection
Identification of CNGCs in Glycine max and Screening of Related Resistance Genes after Fusarium solani Infection Open
Cyclic nucleotide-gated channels (CNGCs), non-selective cation channels localised on the plasmalemma, are involved in growth, development, and regulatory mechanisms in plants during adverse stress. To date, CNGC gene families in multiple c…
View article: Antennal Transcriptome Analysis of Olfactory Genes and Characterization of Odorant Binding Proteins in Odontothrips loti (Thysanoptera: Thripidae)
Antennal Transcriptome Analysis of Olfactory Genes and Characterization of Odorant Binding Proteins in Odontothrips loti (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) Open
To identify odors in complex environments accurately, insects have evolved multiple olfactory proteins. In our study, various olfactory proteins of Odontothrips loti Haliday, an oligophagous pest that primarily affects Medicago sativa (alf…
View article: Grasshopper genome reveals long-term conservation of the X chromosome and temporal variation in X chromosome evolution
Grasshopper genome reveals long-term conservation of the X chromosome and temporal variation in X chromosome evolution Open
We present the first chromosome-level genome assembly of the grasshopper, Locusta migratoria, one of the largest insect genomes. We use coverage differences between females (XX) and males (X0) to identify the X chromosome gene con…
View article: Grasshopper genome reveals long-term conservation of the X chromosome and temporal variation in X chromosome evolution
Grasshopper genome reveals long-term conservation of the X chromosome and temporal variation in X chromosome evolution Open
We present the first chromosome-level genome assembly of the grasshopper, Locusta migratoria, one of the largest insect genomes. We use coverage differences between females (XX) and males (X0) to identify the X chromosome gene con…
View article: Repeated origin of the W chromosome from the Z chromosome in Lepidoptera
Repeated origin of the W chromosome from the Z chromosome in Lepidoptera Open
We built a chromosome-level genome assembly of the Asian corn borer, Ostrinia furnacalis Guenée (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae, Pyraloidea), an economically important pest in corn, from a female, including both the Z and W chromosome. Despite dee…
View article: Gene Gain and Loss from the Asian Corn Borer W Chromosome
Gene Gain and Loss from the Asian Corn Borer W Chromosome Open
We built a chromosome-level genome assembly of the Asian corn borer, Ostrinia furnacalis Guenée (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae, Pyraloidea), an economically important pest in corn, from a female, including both the Z and W chromosome. Despite dee…
View article: Genome-Wide Scans and Transcriptomic Analyses Characterize Selective Changes as a Result of Chlorantraniliprole Resistance in Plutella xylostella
Genome-Wide Scans and Transcriptomic Analyses Characterize Selective Changes as a Result of Chlorantraniliprole Resistance in Plutella xylostella Open
Pesticide resistance in insects is an example of adaptive evolution occurring in pest species and is driven by the artificial introduction of pesticides. The diamondback moth (DBM), Plutella xylostella (Lepidoptera: Plutellidae), has evolv…