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Patterns of Lepidoptera Herbivory On Conifers 2018 Journal of Asia Pacific B by sos.zoology is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This review article examines the patterns of Lepidoptera herbivory on conifers in the New World, highlighting the diversity of conifer families and their associated lepidopteran species. It identifies five conifer families, with Pinaceae and Cupressaceae hosting the most herbivores, while Podocarpaceae, Araucariaceae, and Taxaceae support very few. The study also discusses the role of plant architecture and secondary compounds in influencing herbivore specialization and feeding behavior.

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sos.zoology

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