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The attributes of both natural enemies and pest species in temporary agroecosystems are discussed. Analysis of natural biological control of noctuid pests in California cotton provides empirical support for the view that certain natural enemies are well adapted to habitats of low durational stability and that such enemies are fully capable of effecting pest suppression in these habitats.
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Il est discuté des propriétés à la fois des ravageurs et de leurs ennemis naturels dans les agroécosystèmes temporaires. L'analyse de la régulation naturelle des populations de noctuelles nuisibles au coton en Californie fournit des arguments empiriques à la conception que certains ennemis naturels sont bien adaptés aux habitats de courte stabilité et que de tels auxiliaires sont tout à fait capables de lutter contre les ravageurs dans ces habitats.
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Ehler, L.E., Miller, J.C. Biological control in temporary agroecosystems. Entomophaga 23, 207–212 (1978). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02373094
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