Biodiversity and population density of fruit flies (Bactrocera sp.) at Kanke, Ranchi (Jharkhand)

Abstract

Fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) are considered as one of the most severe pest, which causes huge economic damage to crops, especially fruits and vegetables. Due to the infestation of fruit flies the local market value of the fruits and vegetables affects poorly. Not only that, but it also affects the demand and export potential of the fruits to several countries. Jharkhand contains highly rich plant diversity and a number of native fruit tree species, which have been threatened by a number of frugivore fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae) will This half-yearly research studies on the biodiversity and population density of different fruit fly species (Diptera: Tephritidae) in Ranchi will help us to formulate management strategies.