Comparison of artificial diets with different fatty acid sources for rearing Elasmopalpus lignosellus (Zeller) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae)Artificial diets for rearing the lesser cornstalk borer Elasmopalpus lignosellus (Zeller), containing different protein sources, and alternative fatty acid sources were compared. Results of five sucessive generations, including period of life cycle, mortality, fecundity, life span, and fertility indicated that the diet with 'Opaco' corn (Zea mays) meal, yeast and wheat (Triticum aestivum) germ, including colza (Brassica campestris) or sunflower, (Helianthus annuus) oils as a fatty acid source may be used to replace the standard diet, that contains linolenic or linoleic acids.
Insecta; life table; lesser cornstalk borer
