Question

Name a pathogen that can attack insects and other such arthropods.

Answer 1

Baculoviruses

1. Baculoviruses are pathogenic viruses that infect insects and other arthropods.
2. The genus Nucleopolyhedrovirus contains the majority of the viruses utilized as biological control agents.
3. These viruses are ideal prospects for insecticidal applications that are species-specific and have a restricted spectrum.
4. Baculovirus infection occurs when susceptible hosts consume virus particles on vegetation and die.
5. These are significant in organic farming since they have a specialized action on harmful insects while not harming beneficial insects or the environment.