A Method of Rearing the Pale Western Cutworm, Agrotis orthogonia Morr. (Lepidoptera: Phalaenidae), in the Laboratory
- 1 February 1957
- journal article
- Published by Cambridge University Press (CUP) in The Canadian Entomologist
- Vol. 89 (2), 87-89
- https://doi.org/10.4039/ent8987-2
Abstract
Methods of rearing various stages of the pale western cutworm, Agrotis orthogonia Morr., in the laboratory have been described (Hocking, 1952; Jacobson, 1952; King and Atkinson, 1927; Lindsay. 1954; Parker et al, 1921; Seamans and McMillan, 1935). From these a very satisfactory method has been evolved at the Lethbridge laboratory that this insect to be reared for several generations, providing a source of experimental material at any stage of development. The rearing may be done very satisfactorily a t room temperature but, if desired, the method is adaptable to rearing at various conditions of constant temperature and relative humidity.Keywords
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