First confirmed record of Harmonia axyridis (Pallas, 1773) (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) in the state of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

By

Koch, Robert Lee
Fernandes, Marcos Gino
Dutra, Carla Cristina

Type

Article

Date of Publication

2011-6-1

Original Publication

Check list : journal of species lists and distribution

Volume

7

Series / Issue

Issue: 4

Pages

476--477

Contributed by

Pensoft Publishers

Language

English

Published by

[São Paulo, Brazil] Luís Felipe Toledo 2005-

Identifiers

DOI: https://doi.org/10.15560/7.4.476

 

Abstract

Harmonia axyridis is a predator of aphids and other soft-bodied insects. This coccinellid, native to Asia, has invaded North America, Europe, South America and Africa. We report the first detection of H. axyridis in the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso do Sul, and review its current known geographic distribution in Brazil. Based on experiences from other parts of the world already invaded by H. axyridis, recommendations are provided to maximize the potential benefits offered by this species, while minimizing the potential adverse impacts that it can cause.