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• Published Subscription Original Research 24 Oct 2024

  Harnessing the Potential of Insectivorous Birds in Managing the Rice Leaf Folder, Cnaphalocrocis Medinalis in Paddy Ecosystems of Kerala

  By Ranjith M T, Mani Chellappan, Vipin Chaudhary

  Abstract: This study evaluates the effectiveness of various treatments for managing leaf folder pests in rice crops during the maximum tillering stage, focusing on the role of insectivorous birds. The treatments included bird perches (T1), nylon nets (T2), Bt spray (T3), a combination of bird perch and Bt spray (T4), flubendiamide spray (T5), and a control group (T6). Results indicated significant differences in pest densities. T2 showed the highest mean density …

  Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 6–9 Read article →