Effects of delayed mating and male mating history on the reproductive potential of Leucoptera coffeella (Lepidoptera : Lyonetiidae)

摘要

1 Despite the importance of Leucoptera coffeella (Guerin-Meneville) in coffee production worldwide, there is a lack of information on its reproduction. This knowledge will help in mass rearing, and support the development of behavioural control techniques for this insect. The present study determined the effects of delayed mating and previous matings of male L. coffeella on fecundity, egg viability and frequency of female remating.