A new species of gadirtha Walker (Nolidae, Eligminae): A proposed biological control agent of chinese tallow (Triadica Sebifera (L.) Small) (Euphorbiaceae) in the United States

Abstract

Gadirtha fusca sp. n., is described from Guangxi Province, China. Gadirtha fusca differs in forewing color and pattern, male and female genitalia, and in larval pattern from all other species of Gadirtha. Gadirtha fusca has been evaluated as a potential biological control agent for Chinese tallow (Triadica sebifera (L.) Small, Euphorbiaceae) in the southeastern United States. Adult, male and female genitalia, larva, and pupa are described, illustrated, and compared with Gadirtha impingens Walker. © Michael G. Pogue.