Kondo, T., Peronti, A.L.B.G., Kozár, F., & Szita, É. 2013 The citrus orthezia, Praelongorthezia praelonga (Douglas) (Hemiptera: Ortheziidae), a potential invasive species. CAB International 2013. Potential Invasive Pests of Agricultural Crops CAB International 2013. Potential Invasive Pests of Agricultural Crops CABI 301-319

Keywords:

  • biological control
  • biology
  • chemical control
  • description
  • distribution
  • economic importance
  • host
  • illustration
  • life history
  • mechanical control
  • taxonomy

    • Notes: The citrus orthezia was recently introduced into the Afro-tropical region where it has become a pest. This chapter provides a brief summary of the vast literature on the citrus orthezia, which is often difficult to access, including its taxonomy, biology, host records, economic importance, world distribution, integrated pest management (including chemical, mechanical, cultural, physical and biological control strategies) and quarantine methods.