Exotic predators are not better biocontrol agents: the harlequin ladybird is not the most voracious in Mexico

The use of exotic species for pest biocontrol has been a common pathway for introduction and dispersal of invasive species that may have undesired outcomes. Biocontrol agents are believed to be a less damaging alternative than pesticides, but some species may also prey on or parasitize native specie...

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Main Authors: Morelia Camacho-Cervantes, Wendy Mendoza-Arroyo, Daniela Arellano-Sánchez, Ek del-Val
Format: article
Language:EN
Published: PeerJ Inc. 2021
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Online Access:https://doaj.org/article/3374e3614ad54d369fdfe7ebd513e08f
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