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Impact of age correlated biochemical changes of host plant on food consumption and utilization efficiency ofAularches scabiosae F (Orthoptera: Insecta)

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The impact of age correlated biochemical changes inTectona grandis Linn f (Verbenaceae) leaves on the food consumption and utilization efficiency ofAularches scabiosae F is provided. The relative preference and maximum utilization of mature leaves when compared to young and senescent leaves are attributed to the changes in the chemical profile particularly protein, nitrogen, carbohydrates, phenols and free fatty acids.

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Jacob, J.P. Impact of age correlated biochemical changes of host plant on food consumption and utilization efficiency ofAularches scabiosae F (Orthoptera: Insecta). Proc. Indian Acad. Sci. (Anim. Sci.) 98, 391–397 (1989). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03179651

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