Report of Maruca vitrata (F) Nucleopolyhedrovirus
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https://doi.org/10.55446/IJE.2024.1873Keywords:
Maruca vitrata, baculovirus, MaviNPV, pest management, biological control, larval mortality, viral pathogenicity, bioassay, polyhedral inclusion bodies (PIBs)Abstract
This study explores the potential of nucleopolyhedroviruses (NPVs) as a sustainable solution for managing legume pod borer Maruca vitrata (F). Distinctive signs of viral infection, such as suspended deceased larvae on cowpea leaves, and virus spread have been observed. Microscopic examination reveals characteristic polyhedral inclusion bodies (PIBs), confirming MaviNPV as the causative agent. Symptoms, including decreased activity and mortality in younger larvae, larval-pupal intermediates and deformed pupae have been observed. Reproductive disruption is evident through the absence of an egg mass and discharge of fluid from emerged adults. Bioassay results highlight age-dependent susceptibility, with higher mortality in early instars.
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