Ability of <i>Euscelidius variegatus</i> to Transmit Flavescence Dorée Phytoplasma with a Short Latency Period

Ability of <i>Euscelidius variegatus</i> to Transmit Flavescence Dorée Phytoplasma with a Short Latency Period

Phytoplasma transmission takes place by insect vectors through an Acquisition Access Period (AAP), Latency Period (LP) and Inoculation Access Period (IAP). Generally, phytoplasmas are believed to be transmitted more efficiently by nymphs because they need a long LP to reach the salivary glands befor...

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Main Authors: Luca Picciau, Bianca Orrù, Mauro Mandrioli, Elena Gonella, Alberto Alma
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-09-01
Series:Insects
Subjects:
vector
acquisition by adults
latency period
transmission process
midgut
salivary glands
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/11/9/603

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