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View article: Differences in Salmonella Typhimurium infection and excretion among laboratory and field strains of the German cockroach suggest a genomic basis for vector competence
Differences in Salmonella Typhimurium infection and excretion among laboratory and field strains of the German cockroach suggest a genomic basis for vector competence Open
The German cockroach, Blattella germanica, can be a vector of human enteric bacterial pathogens, including Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium (S. Typhimurium). Transmission of such pathogens by cockroaches has largely been considered …
View article: The Efficacy of a Pyrethroid-impregnated Mattress Liner on Multiple International Strains of<i>Cimex lectularius</i>(Hemiptera: Cimicidae) and<i>Cimex hemipterus</i>(Hemiptera: Cimicidae)
The Efficacy of a Pyrethroid-impregnated Mattress Liner on Multiple International Strains of<i>Cimex lectularius</i>(Hemiptera: Cimicidae) and<i>Cimex hemipterus</i>(Hemiptera: Cimicidae) Open
Modern bed bugs are resistant to multiple insecticide classes, particularly the pyrethroids. The efficacy of pyrethroid-impregnated mattress liners marketed for bed bug management has been variable. This study evaluated the efficacy of a p…
View article: Assessment-based Pest Management of German Cockroaches
Assessment-based Pest Management of German Cockroaches Open
Assessment-based pest management emphasizes the importance of evaluating the intensity of a pest problem before treating the problem. This 10-page fact sheet written by F.M. Oi, E. Weeks, J. Jonovich, and D. Miller and published by the UF/…
View article: Index
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aggregation (see behavior) aircraft aviation entomology history 363 challenges to control 364 eradication strategies 76, 300, 365 infestations on aircraft 76, 363 pest management protocols 366 Aldrovandi, U. 10 allergens (from bed bugs) 10…
View article: A Method for Evaluating Insecticide Efficacy against Bed Bug, <em> Cimex lectularius</em>, Eggs and First Instars
A Method for Evaluating Insecticide Efficacy against Bed Bug, <em> Cimex lectularius</em>, Eggs and First Instars Open
Standard toxicity evaluations of insecticides against insect pests are primarily conducted on adult insects. Evaluations are based on a dose-response or concentration-response curve, where mortality increases as the dose or concentration o…
View article: Mosquitos and their Control
Mosquitos and their Control Open
Describes ways to improve control mosquito populations including removing standing water sources, and also discusses use of repellents such as DEET.
View article: Bed Bug Action Plan for Apartments
Bed Bug Action Plan for Apartments Open
Discusses the impact of bed bug infestations in apartments, including economic costs, and the hiring of pest companies to deal with the problems. Solutions to the problem likely will include development of a community-wide action plan, rat…
View article: Field Evaluations of Broadcast and Individual Mound Treatment for Red Imported Fire Ant, Solenopsis invicta Buren, (Hymenoptera; Formicidae) Control in Virginia, USA
Field Evaluations of Broadcast and Individual Mound Treatment for Red Imported Fire Ant, Solenopsis invicta Buren, (Hymenoptera; Formicidae) Control in Virginia, USA Open
Field evaluations were conducted to determine efficacy, residual activity, and knockdown potential for fire ant control products. Broadcast granular products (Advion, 0.045% indoxacarb; and Top Choice Insecticide, 0.0143% fipronil) were in…
View article: Insecticide Resistance in Eggs and First Instars of the Bed Bug, Cimex lectularius (Hemiptera: Cimicidae)
Insecticide Resistance in Eggs and First Instars of the Bed Bug, Cimex lectularius (Hemiptera: Cimicidae) Open
Two strains of the common bed bug, Cimex lectularius L., eggs and first instars collected from pyrethroid-resistant adults were evaluated for insecticide resistance and compared to a susceptible strain. Dose-response bioassays were conduct…