Oviposition preference hierarchy in Ceratitis capitata (Diptera, Tephritidae): influence of female age and experience

Joachim‐Bravo, Iara Sordi; Bortoli, Sérgio Antônio De; Zucoloto, Fernando Sérgio

doi:10.1590/s0073-47212001000200014

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“…Silva et al (2014) and Dias et al (2013) reported similar results with A. fraterculus in orange (0.86 pupae per fruit). It was evident that there was greater susceptibility of mature orange, especially to C. capitata, which supports the work of Joaquim-Bravo et al (2001), Lopes et al (2009), and Arredondo et al (2015).…”

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Oviposition ofAnastrepha fraterculusandCeratitis capitata(Diptera: Tephritidae) in Citrus Fruits, and Development in Relation to Maturity of Orange Fruits

Dias

Ongaratto

Garcia

et al. 2017

Florida Entomologist

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Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) are considered to be one of the principal groups of pests in fruit culture worldwide. The objective of this study was to investigate oviposition by Anastrepha fraterculus (Wiedemann) and Ceratitis capitata (Wiedemann) in citrus fruits and to assess the development of these species in relation to the maturity of orange fruits. The experiments were carried out under controlled temperature conditions (25 ± 2 °C), RH (70 ± 10%), and photoperiod (12:12 h L:D). Oviposition was evaluated by exposure (with and without choice) to fruits of 'Navelina'orange [Citrus sinensis (L.) Osbeck], 'Clemenules' tangerine (C. reticulata Blanco), and 'Siciliano' lemon [C. limon (L.)] (Rutaceae). Insect development was studied on Navelina orange at 4 stages of maturity (I: 5 cm in diameter, II: 6 to 7 cm in diameter, III: skin with color change, and IV: yellow-orange skin). We evaluated oviposition by counting the number of eggs, and we assessed biological parameters of the immature and adult stages. The number of eggs deposited in orange and tangerine by both fruit fly species did not differ significantly, and oviposition did not occur in lemon. Anastrepha fraterculus preferred to oviposit in tangerine fruits, whereas C. capitata showed preference for orange fruits. Development from egg to adult by A. fraterculus and C. capitata occurred only in stage IV oranges, and required 30.9 and 31.0 d, respectively. Females of A. fraterculus and C. capitata developing in mature orange fruits produced a mean of 378.7 and 183.5 eggs, respectively.

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Oviposition ofAnastrepha fraterculusandCeratitis capitata(Diptera: Tephritidae) in Citrus Fruits, and Development in Relation to Maturity of Orange Fruits

Dias

Ongaratto

Garcia

et al. 2017

Florida Entomologist

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“…Previous studies have tested the association between adult host preference and the progeny performance (e.g., development time, pupal/adult weight, and wing length) for herbivorous insects with contrasting outcomes. In some cases, a positive correlation was observed (Wiklund, 1981; Craig et al., 1989; Joachim‐Bravo et al., 2001; Warbrick‐Smith et al., 2006), whereas some other studies showed no clear relationship (e.g., Gratton & Welter, 1998; Foster & Howard, 1999; Jallow & Zalucki, 2003).…”

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Ovipositional preferences and larval performances of two populations of Indianmeal moth, Plodia interpunctella

Sambaraju¹,

Phillips²

2008

Entomologia Exp Applicata

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Oviposition decisions by female insects can determine the survival and fitness of their offspring. In this study, we assessed the larval performance and adult oviposition preferences of two populations of the Indianmeal moth, Plodia interpunctella (Hübner) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae), one a long‐term laboratory colony and another recently collected from the field. Development assays on a variety of foods were conducted on individual larvae in small shell vials, and data were collected for survival (percent), development time (days), and adult weight (mg). Larvae from both populations did not survive on ground walnut, pecan, coriander, and fennel. There were significant differences in larval survival on laboratory diet, chick pea, and soybean between the two populations. Development times were the longest on prunes and barley. Mean adult weights were the highest on chick pea, laboratory diet, and soybean for the laboratory moths whereas soybean and chick pea were very suitable for the field moths. Overall, field moths weighed significantly less than the laboratory moths. Adult ovipositional preferences were assessed in no‐choice and four‐choice oviposition bioassays in plastic boxes containing diets differing in quality. In a no‐choice situation, the numbers of eggs laid by laboratory moths on soybean, apricots, and wheat were not significantly different. Field moths laid significantly greater numbers of eggs on soybean, and those numbers were similar to those laid on barley. In four‐choice bioassays, laboratory moths oviposited in diets previously determined to be unsuitable for their progeny survival. Field moths were more selective and laid significantly greater numbers of eggs on soybean than in dishes containing barley, coriander, or an empty dish. Our studies clearly showed that laboratory colonization of Plodia interpunctella for long periods can alter the behavioral patterns of immatures and adults.

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“…In nature, a positive correlation between oviposition preference and larval performance on different plants suggests that holometabolous phytophagous insects have the ability to choose the host plant on which their offspring develop more fully and quickly; this is also offered by the characteristics of plants, including their substance and their nutritional value (Harris & Lee, ; Joachim‐Bravo, Fernandes, Bortoli, & Zucoloto, ; Krainacker et al, ; Rivnay, ; Via, ).…”

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Susceptibility of selected apple cultivars to the Mediterranean fruit fly

Zanoni

Baldessari

Cristofaro

et al. 2019

J Applied Entomology

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Ceratitis capitata (Wiedemann), the Mediterranean fruit fly, is one of the key pest species affecting deciduous fruit orchards along the Mediterranean coasts. Because of global warming, C. capitata is gradually spreading north and is becoming a major pest of apples. Determining the susceptibility of the main apple varieties grown in the region will serve as a cornerstone to the management of this pest. In this study, we show the results of a field and laboratory no‐choice test conducted to determine the Medfly preferences on different apple cultivars. The seven main varieties of apples (Gala, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Kanzi, Morgen Dallago and Fuji) were tested. The results demonstrate that C. capitata lays eggs on all apple cultivars in both field and laboratory conditions. The Granny Smith, Red Delicious and Morgen Dallago varieties showed the lowest susceptibility in laboratory conditions, (0.75, 1.55, 2 oviposition punctures/fruit, respectively), with significant differences in oviposition compared to the Golden Delicious, Kanzi and Fuji (3.27, 3.31, 3.1 oviposition punctures/fruit, respectively) varieties, which were shown to be the most susceptible to Medfly attack in laboratory conditions. On the other hand, only slight and not statistically significant differences emerged from the field trials. In relation to the physico‐chemical characteristics, the apple cultivars showing the lowest susceptibility (Granny Smith, Red Delicious and Morgen Dallago) had harder peels and pulps and lower sugar contents than the most susceptible cultivars (Golden Delicious, Fuji and Kanzi). These results were also confirmed through evaluation of larval development on different varieties. In fact, Granny Smith, Red Delicious and Morgen Dallago were the three varieties that did not allow adequate larval and adult development and reduced the possibility of the emergence of a new generation.

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Oviposition preference hierarchy in Ceratitis capitata (Diptera, Tephritidae): influence of female age and experience

Cited by 15 publications

References 30 publications

Oviposition ofAnastrepha fraterculusandCeratitis capitata(Diptera: Tephritidae) in Citrus Fruits, and Development in Relation to Maturity of Orange Fruits

Oviposition ofAnastrepha fraterculusandCeratitis capitata(Diptera: Tephritidae) in Citrus Fruits, and Development in Relation to Maturity of Orange Fruits

Ovipositional preferences and larval performances of two populations of Indianmeal moth, Plodia interpunctella

Susceptibility of selected apple cultivars to the Mediterranean fruit fly

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