Taxonomic studies of Macrochelidae mites (Acari: Mesostigmata) and their potential use to control Stomoxys calcitrans and Musca domestica (Diptera: Muscidae)

The family Macrochelidae Vitzthum is one of the most abundant and diverse groups of predatory mites living in excrements or decomposing animals. Some species of this family have shown good potential as biological control agents. Stomoxys calcitrans L. is a serious problem that has been faced by catt...

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Main Author: Azevedo, Letícia Henrique de
Other Authors: Moraes, Gilberto José de
Format: Others
Language:en
Published: Biblioteca Digitais de Teses e Dissertações da USP 2017
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Online Access:http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/11/11146/tde-16082017-155520/