Biology of Spodoptera Eridania (Cramer, 1792) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) at Different Temperatures and Diet Sources

Abstract

Objective: This work aimed to study the biological aspects of Spodoptera eridania, reared at different temperatures; and fed artificial and natural diets. Methods: In climatic chambers, the insects were subjected to six constant temperatures (15, 19, 23, 27, 31, and 35 °C). At all temperatures, both types of diet were offered to obtain data on cycle duration, viability, and total oviposition. Results and Conclusion: The different temperatures and diets influenced the insect development stages and the egg-adult cycle. The development of S. eridania is inversely proportional to the increase in temperature. Research Implications: The study confirmed differences in insect development in different diet sources and at different temperatures, and can be applied to S. eridania breeding techniques in research laboratories. Originality/Value: This research contributes by exploring the developmental biology of the pest organism, and can be used in research laboratory methodologies for pest breeding and commercialization for studies of more sustainable agricultural practices.