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VOL. 9, ISSUE 4 (2024)
Diversity and abundance of leaf beetles (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) in Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan, India
Authors
Rajmohan Meena
Abstract
Leaf beetles are the most diverse, successful,
and dominant family within the order Coleoptera, found in nearly every habitat
around the world. Their success is attributed to a wide range of
characteristics, including varied body sizes, habits, fecundity, different
modes of respiration, and diverse food sources. These features have enabled
them to become a vital component of ecosystems. This study focused on
collecting and identifying various species of leaf beetles to assess their
diversity and abundance across different habitats in Jhunjhunu district.
Insects were gathered from diverse environments, such as public parks, gardens,
fruit and vegetable markets, and agricultural fields. A total of 25 species
belonging to 21 genera under 8 subfamilies of the family Chrysomelidae were
recorded from January 2021 to December 2022 from four study sites selected in
the Jhunjhunu district. The subfamily Bruchinae had the highest number of
species (7), followed by Galerucinae (5), Criocerinae (4), and
Cryptocephalinae, Orsodacninae, Cassidinae, and Chrysomelinae (2 species each),
with Alticinae having 1 species. The varied habitats in Jhunjhunu district
offer an ideal climate for leaf beetles. This study aims to document the
diversity of leaf beetles, providing valuable preliminary information for their
conservation and potential use in integrated weed control.
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Pages:43-49
How to cite this article:
Rajmohan Meena "Diversity and abundance of leaf beetles (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) in Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan, India". International Journal of Zoology Studies, Vol 9, Issue 4, 2024, Pages 43-49
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