THE GENUS PACHNODA IN ETHIOPIA IDENTIFICATION, PEST STATUS AND CONTROL OF THE SPECIES

Abstract

his bulletin deals with the identification and economic importance in Ethiopia of beetles of the genus Pachnoda (Scarabaeidae: Cetoniinae). A general account of their known biology and distribution is given. The pest status of each species is outlined together with a review of possible control measures. Each species is briefly described and a key and 26 figures are provided as an aid to their identification and as a guide to their distribution.