Influence of Female Age on the Reproductive Performance of Spermophagus niger Motschulsky and the Insecticidal Activity of Cymbopogon nardus (L.) Rendle Essential Oil
Spermophagus niger L. is the main insect pest of stored Hibiscus sabdariffa seeds, causing significant damage through seed perforation. This study aimed to enhance our understanding of the biology and management of this pest by evaluating the influence of female age on reproductive performance, and assessing the i...