Voltinism and larval growth pattern in Coenagrion mercuriale (Odonata: Coenagrionidae) at its northern range margin

Voltinism and larval growth pattern were investigated in an edge-of-range population of Coenagrion mercuriale. Coenagrion mercuriale is semi-voltine in Britain and growth is inhibited in winter. The 2nd year group overwinters in a range of instars between the antepenultimate and final instar consist...

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Main Authors: Bethan V. PURSE, David J. THOMPSON
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Institute of Entomology, Biology Centre, Czech Academy of Science 2002-03-01
Series:European Journal of Entomology
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Online Access:https://www.eje.cz/artkey/eje-200201-0004_Voltinism_and_larval_growth_pattern_in_Coenagrion_mercuriale_Odonata_Coenagrionidae_at_its_northern_range_ma.php