Entomopathogenic-nematode

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• Metamasius hemipterus sericeus

  silky cane weevil, West Indian sugarcane weevil

  Metamasius hemipterus sericeus, commonly known as the silky cane weevil or West Indian sugarcane weevil, is a subspecies of weevil in the family Curculionidae. It is a significant agricultural pest of sugarcane and ornamental palms, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. The species is notable for its male-produced aggregation pheromones, which attract both sexes and are synergized by host plant volatiles. Management is challenging due to the cryptic habitat of boring larvae and high reproductive potential.

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