Abstract

Paratelenomus saccharalis (Dodd) (Hymenoptera: Scelionidae) parasitizing Brachyplatys subaeneus (Westwood) eggs is reported for the first time for Panama. Brachyplatys subaeneus is an invasive species from Asia and is regarded as an important agricultural pest in the Americas.

Resumen

Se reporta por primera vez para Panamá a Paratelenomus saccharalis (Dodd) (Hymenoptera: Scelionidae) parasitando huevos de Brachyplatys subaeneus (Westwood). Brachyplatys subaeneus es una especie invasora de Asia y una posible plaga para la agricultura en América.

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