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Comparison of Phenacoccus solenopsis specimens from different regions of Pakistan using COI molecular barcoding (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae)

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posted on 2023-06-09, 07:39 authored by Hayat Badshah, Farman Ullah, Hayat Zada, Qamar Zeb, Ruidar A Shah, Paul-André Calatayud, Neil CrickmoreNeil Crickmore
Because correct identification of insects is crucial for pest management involving chemical or biological control agents, we have used a molecular approach to identify and characterize specimens of the cotton pest Phenacoccus solenopsis Tinsley (Sternorrhyncha: Pseudococcidae) present in different regions of Pakistan. The specimens were analyzed through DNA sequence analysis of their mitochondrial COI (mtCOI) gene using an improved procedure that could distinguish between the pest and its associated parasitoid. Our analysis showed no variation among the mealybug specimens from different geographical locations of Pakistan and confirmed that this is the same species and haplotype that is infesting cotton plants in other parts of Asia. This information will assist in the development of biological control programs against P. solenopsis in Pakistan and other Asian countries.

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Journal

Annales de la Societe Entomologique de France

ISSN

0037-9271

Publisher

Taylor & Francis

Issue

6

Volume

53

Page range

374-378

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  • Biochemistry Publications

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  • Yes

Legacy Posted Date

2017-08-21

First Open Access (FOA) Date

2018-08-16

First Compliant Deposit (FCD) Date

2017-08-21

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