Monday, November 17, 2008
D0048

Estimating the predation potential of granivorous carabid beetles to reduce weed densities in agricultural systems

Jessica M. Green, BugL8dy@msn.com, Oregon State University, 4017 ALS Building, Corvallis, OR

In addition to being beneficial generalist predators, Carabid beetles may aid in reducing weed populations. This study focuses on the weed seed predation potential of ground beetles. Behavioral factors such as seed-caching and seed preference will be examined. Ecological factors will also be considered and dispersal rates estimated.


Species 1: Coleoptera Carabidae Pterostichus melanarius
Species 2: Coleoptera Carabidae Amara spp

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