First record of Bagrada hilaris (Burmeister, 1835) (Heteroptera: Pentatomidae) from Argentine Patagonia

Abstract : Bagrada hilaris (Hemiptera: Heteroptera: Pentatomidae) is an important pest of Brassicaceae and other crops (56 species in total). In this study, B. hilaris is reported for the first time in Argentine Patagonia, Neuquén province. Additionally, images of the dorsal habit are provided, along with it is geographical distribution in South America and new host plants are provided.
Keyword : Hemiptera, Heteroptera, Bagrada hilaris, new record, invasive species, Argentine Patagonia
Author(s) : Riquelme, D. H., Wunderlich, M. A., Pazo, L. P., Diez, F.
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Published Issue : 2025 Vol. 20 Number 2


2025 Vol. 20 Number 2