In recent years, mealybugs (Hemiptera: Pseudococcidae) have become an important pest of fruit crops in Sri Lanka due to their accidental introductions and invasiveness. Awareness, early detection of invasive species and immediate implementation of control methods could minimize the economic losses...

Demography of Pteroma pendula (Lepidoptera: Psychidae) feeding on Acacia mangium was examined in the laboratory. The species undergoes six instars. The mean total lifespan of P. pendula was 44.8±1.5 days, with males at 47.7±1.4 days and females at 41.8±1.6 days. The length of cases was...

Many invasive species have been introduced via the horticulture trade during years of plant exploration and movement of plants around the world. Pests and diseases often piggy-back on these movements and find new hosts and prosper. Kew's UK Overseas Territories Programme is developing strategies...