Annual Review of Entomology (2006) 51, 67-89
Joseph G. Morse and Mark S. Hoddle (2006)
Invasion biology of thrips
Annual Review of Entomology 51, 67-89
Abstract: Thrips are among the stealthiest of insect invaders due to their small size and cryptic habits. Many invasive thrips are notorious for causing extensive crop damage, vectoring viral diseases, and permanently destabilizing IPM systems owing to irruptive outbreaks that require remediation with insecticides, leading to the development of insecticide resistance. Several challenges surface when attempting to manage incursive thrips species. Foremost among these is early recognition, followed by rapid and accurate identification of emergent pest species, elucidation of the region of origin, development of a management program, and the closing of conduits for global movement of thrips. In this review, we examine factors facilitating invasion by thrips, damage caused by these insects, pre- and post-invasion management tactics, and challenges looming on the horizon posed by invasive Thysanoptera, which continually challenge the development of sustainable management practices.
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Database assignments for author(s): Mark S. Hoddle
Research topic(s) for pests/diseases/weeds:
review
Research topic(s) for beneficials or antagonists:
review
