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Multilocus phylogeography of the world populations of Elaeidobius kamerunicus (Coleoptera, Curculionidae), pollinator of the palm Elaeis guineensis.
Bulletin of entomological research - 1 Oct 2020
Haran Julien, Ndzana Abanda Raphael François Xavier, Benoit Laure, Bakoumé Claude, Beaudoin-Ollivier Laurence
Abstract excerpt
Elaeidobius kamerunicus Faust (Coleoptera, Curculionidae) is one of the specific pollinators on inflorescences of the African oil palm Elaeis guineensis Jacquin. This derelomine weevil is native to tropical Africa. During the late 20th century, it was introduced into all tropical regions where E. guineensis is grown, in order to improve its pollination and fruit set. Despite an overall success, a decline in...
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