Seasonal Dynamics of Major Insect Pests and Their Natural Enemies in Rice Ecosystem of Chhattisgarh, India
Lokesh Kumar Sen *
Department of Entomology, COA, Raipur (C.G), India.
Navneet Rana
Department of Entomology, College of agriculture and research station Kanpa, Mahasamund (C.G), India.
Richa Choudhary
Department of Entomology, College of agriculture and research station Kanpa, Mahasamund (C.G), India.
Sushant Sharma
Department of Entomology, COA, Raipur (C.G) Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur- 492012 (C.G), India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
This study aimed to investigate the seasonal dynamics of major insect pests and their natural enemies in the rice ecosystem of Chhattisgarh. Systematic field observations were conducted throughout the crop growth period to record pest incidence, seasonal peaks, and associated natural enemies. The major pests identified included [Scirpophaga incertulus, Cnaphalocrocis medinalis, Melanitis leda], while important natural enemies comprised [Novius cardinalis, Paradosa pseudoannulata]. Pest populations reached their highest levels during [insert critical growth stages or months], with incidence values ranging from [X–Y% or counts]. These findings provide a clear understanding of pest–enemy interactions and highlight critical periods for intervention, offering valuable guidance for timely and eco-friendly integrated pest management in Chhattisgarh rice fields.
Keywords: Scirpophaga incertulus, Cnaphalocrocis medinalis, Melanitis leda, Novius cardinalis, Paradosa pseudoannulata