While ecological interactions have been identified as determinant for biological control
efficiency, the role of evolution remains largely underestimated in biological control …

We review the chemical ecology of the ladybird beetle Harmonia axyridis from the
perspective of its invasiveness and the deleterious effects it exerts in the regions it has …

Insects use sex pheromones as a reproductive isolating mechanism to attract conspecifics
and repel heterospecifics. Despite the profound knowledge of sex pheromones, little is …

Predation has immediate consequences for prey fitness and early assessment of predation
risk may be advantageous for prey. We investigated the ability of the bird cherry-oat aphid …

Signal complexity has been linked to social complexity in vocal, but not chemical,
communication. To address this gap, we examined the chemical complexity of male and …

Studies of chemical signals in vertebrates typically target single species; however, a broader
understanding of olfactory communication may derive from comparative studies. We …

To determine the factors leading to outbreaks of the sugarcane aphid, Melanaphis
sacchari,(Zehntner)(Hemiptera: Aphididae) in sorghum in Haiti, a survey was carried out on …

While native species' interactions underlie coevolution, non-native species might benefit
from their novel cues and a lack of recognition, resulting in potential competition advantages …

Cuticular hydrocarbons (CHCs) are ubiquitous and highly diverse in insects, serving as
communication signal and waterproofing agent. Despite their vital function, the causes …

Chemical signals are involved in the courtship behavior of many invertebrate and vertebrate
species. Lady beetles are no exception to this rule; a significant number of published reports …