Poorani, J., Joshi, S., Thanigairaj, R., & Diraviam, J. 2022 Screening alcohol-preserved samples for cassava mealybug, Phenacoccus manihoti Matile-Ferrero (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae), a recent invasive introduction to India. Current Science 122(8): 981-984
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Notes: Phenacoccus manihoti Matile-Ferrero (Hemiptera: Coccomorpha: Pseudococcidae), one of the most serious pests of cassava worldwide, was recently introduced to India. Surveillance, early detection and mapping of its distribution in cassava-growing areas are essential to prevent it from spreading further. Several species of mealybug are known to infest cassava in India; their authoritative identification normally requires preparation of slide mounts, which is a highly skilled and time consuming process. A simple method is described here for screening alcohol-preserved samples of mixed-species infestations for cassava mealybug.
