Learn about how to control polyphagous pests! 1. White Ants: Termites (Isoptera- Termitidae): These are commonly called white-ants, the name being used because though not related to ants, they live in colonies and in many of their ways resembles the ants. Their colour varies from whitish pale to brown. Termites form the most important insect pest as they cause very [...]
The termites, commonly called white-ants, are among the common insect pests belonging to the order Isoptera. They are found abundantly and widely in tropical and sub-tropical regions of the world. They live in large communities, mostly in underground nests and are familiar because of their depredations. They make small earthen mounds or earthen passages that are visible above the ground. [...]
Polyphagous pests are those which feed on plants belonging to diverse taxonomic groups. Generally, these pests multiply in large number are voracious feeders and cause considerable damage to agricultural crops. The most important polyphagous pests are termites, grasshoppers, hairy caterpillars, cutworms, etc. Other polyphagous pests include aphids, whiteflies, white grubs, mealy-bugs, tobacco caterpillar, gram caterpillar, etc. These polyphagous pests damage [...]