A new nematode parasite Steinernema carpocapsae L. of Hypsipyla robusta moore (Pyralidae: Lepidoptera) from doon valley (Uttaranchal)

摘要

A new nematode Steinernema carpocapsae L. was recorded from Hypsipyla robusta larvae from Jamnipur. Dehra Dun. This nematode can be easily mass produced and is now available commercially in Canada. Laboratory tests have shown that wide range of forest insects are susceptible to them. This nematode is a promising pathogen for microbial control of toon shoot borer.