Investigations on the Resistance of Mealybugs (Homoptera) to Parasitization by Internal Hymenopterous Parasites, with Special Reference to Phagocytosis

Abstract

The resistance or immunity of insects to invading organisms is an accepted phenomenon about which comparatively little is known. However, investigations regarding the use of beneficial insects in combatting insect pests have accentuated the need for further knowledge of it.