Abstract:Anastrepha fraterculus (Wiedemann, 1830) and Ceratitis capitata (Wiedemann, 1824) are considered the main pests of Brazilian fruit production. Understanding the behavior of species is of great importance for the success of management strategies. This study was to determine the period and search time by attractive food for A. fraterculus and C. capitata adults by using three commercial food attractants: BioAnastrepha ™ 5%; Isca Samaritá Tradicional ™ 5% and Ceratrap ™ 1.5%. The largest catches of A. fraterc… Show more
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