Molecular characterization of Encarsia inaron (Walker, 1839) naturally associated with Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius, 1889) in Brazil

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This work is the first record of Encarsia inaron (Walker, 1839) (Hymenoptera: Aphelinidae) parasitizing Bemisia tabaci (Gennadius, 1889) (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) on soybeans in Brazil. Morphological and molecular characterizations are provided, in addition to verification of the presence of E. inaron in areas infested by whiteflies, indicating that the wasp can potentially be used in integrated management programs. Additionally to morphological verification, the molecular analysis allowed the identification of some degree of genetic variability in the genome of the parasitoid.

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biological control, integrated pest management, natural enemy, parasitoid, whiteflies

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Idesia, v. 40, n. 1, p. 95-99, 2022.