| first report of the red palm mite, raoiella indica hirst (acari: tenuipalpidae), in brazil. | the presence of the red palm mite, raoiella indica hirst, is reported for the first time in brazil. this invasive mite was found in july 2009 infesting coconut palms and bananas in urban areas of boa vista, state of roraima, in northern brazil. comments on the possible pathways of r. indica into the country, present and potential impact of its introduction and mitigating measures to prevent or to delay the mite spread in brazil are presented. | 2011 | 21710040 |
| comparison of two populations of the pantropical predator amblyseius largoensis (acari: phytoseiidae) for biological control of raoiella indica (acari: tenuipalpidae). | the red palm mite, raoiella indica hirst (acari: tenuipalpidae), was recently introduced in the americas. it spread quickly throughout coconut palm growing areas, expanding considerably its host range. the invasion of this species has caused high economic impact in several countries. in brazil, extensive areas are expected to be affected. for logistical reasons and other concerns, chemical control does not seem desirable for the control of this pest in most latin american countries. biological c ... | 2013 | 23100107 |