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The tiny parasitic wasp that saved an industry

Discussion in 'Wildlife & Nature Conservation' started by Onychorhynchus coronatus, 25 Nov 2020.

  1. Onychorhynchus coronatus

    Onychorhynchus coronatus Well-Known Member

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    Interesting article from the BBC on how the South American Anagyrus lopezi parasitic wasp was used to control cassava pests in Africa and more broadly on the benefits and dangers of the use of biological control agents in agriculture.

    The tiny parasitic wasp that saved an industry
     
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