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VOL. 8, ISSUE 2 (2026)
Evaluate efficacy of some eco-friendly chemical compounds against cucurbit fly Dacus ciliatus (Loew) (Tephritidae: Diptera) under laboratory conditions
Authors
Marwa M Mousa, A M Taha, Omnia F Ibrahim
Abstract
The cucurbit fly, Dacus
ciliatus, is a damaging pest of Cucurbitaceae crops, offers substantial
problems to agricultural output worldwide. Despite its economic impact, limited
research has been conducted on this species, particularly in Egypt. In this
study, both Boric acid, Borax and Zinc sulphate plus sugar cane solution (10%
conc.) as food attractant have been studied as an environmentally acceptable
and secure insecticide for the purpose of controlling D. ciliatus (the
newly emerged adult flies). The mortality percentages were observed after 24
hours, 48 hours, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 days of application. The results showed
effective mortality percentage reached 97% after 7 days and 100% after 4 days
at concentration 0.5,1 and 2%, respectively of boric acid. Whereas borax
recorded mortality percentage reached 50% and 76.6% after 7 days and 100% after
4 days (at conc. 0.5, 1% and 2% respectively), while zinc sulfate recorded
mortality percentage 53% and 80% after 7 days (at conc. 2g and 3g respectively)
and reached 100% after 5 days (at conc. 4g). The current investigation
demonstrates the existence of a direct correlation between death rate and
treatment concentration and feeding period of application. According to these
data, it is suggested to employ boric acid, zinc sulfate followed by borax in
control of cucurbit fly D. ciliatus as eco- friendly chemical compounds.
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Pages:27-31
How to cite this article:
Marwa M Mousa, A M Taha, Omnia F Ibrahim "Evaluate efficacy of some eco-friendly chemical compounds against cucurbit fly <i>Dacus ciliatus</i> (Loew) (Tephritidae: Diptera) under laboratory conditions". International Journal of Agriculture and Plant Science, Vol 8, Issue 2, 2026, Pages 27-31
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