We propose a practical concept that distinguishes the particular kind of weaponry that has
evolved to be used in combat between individuals of the same species and sex, which we …

Thrips are one of the major sucking pest and vector of plant viruses causing huge economic
loss in agriculture. The accurate identification of thrips is crucial for effective pest …

A new checklist of Thysanoptera from China (including Taiwan) is provided. In total 566
species in 155 genera are listed, of which there are 313 species in the suborder Terebrantia …

Two widely different classifications of the insect order Thysanoptera are discussed; an
essentially phylogenetic system recognizing nine families in two suborders, and an …

Although thrips are globally important crop pests and vectors of viral disease, species
identifications are difficult because of their small size and inconspicuous morphological …

Simple Summary Thrips, the notorious sap-sucking insects, serve as the vector of plant
viruses. Their accurate species identification is essential for determining the vector species …

An illustrated key is provided for the identification of 65 genera of Thripinae from South East
Asia. Wherever possible notes are given on the host-plant associations and geographical …

Predatory species comprise a small but important and often overlooked component of the
Thysanoptera. A case in point, the ant-mimicking Franklinothrips are widely distributed in the …

A consolidated systematic list of 333 species of terebrantian thrips, belonging to 118 genera
(Insecta: Thysanoptera) recorded so far from India, is provided in this article. Â The list …

An updated checklist of Thysanoptera from Iran is provided. The closing date for publications
included in this list was 30 April 2018. In total 270 species in 82 genera are listed, of which …