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The study investigates the impact of different prey species on the plant feeding behavior of the big-eyed bug, Geocoris punctipes, on cotton plants. It was found that G. punctipes females preferred Helicoverpa zea eggs and first instars over Aphis gossypii adults, leading to less feeding on cotton when more acceptable prey were present. The research suggests that plant feeding is a critical aspect of G. punctipes behavior, highlighting the importance of conserving these predators in cotton agriculture.

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Dedi Hutapea

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