Remarks on Neuroptera of Southeastern Turkey

Abstract

The abundance of species of the insect order Neuroptera was studied in the traditionally cultivated landscape of southeastern Turkey. A total of 544 specimens were collected from seven localities during 2000, 2001 and 2002, representing 28 species, 19 genera, and five families of the order. Sixteen species were recorded as new for southeastern Anatolia. Chrysopidae and Myrmeleontidae were the best represented families in the region. Neuroptera occurred both in cultivated fields and natural habitats. Species occurrences were evaluated zoogeographically, and some observations and recommendations were made on the species that could be useful for controlling crop pests.