General objectives:

1. Evaluate the impact of Ischnodemus variegatus (Signoret) on Hymenachne amplexicaulis (Rudge) Nees
2. Map the distribution of H. amplexicaulis and I. variegatus (Signoret) in Florida
3. Characterize the life history and reproductive parameters of I. variegatus under laboratory and field conditions
4. Assess the host specificity of I. variegatus under greenhouse and field conditions

BCRCL-UF

Rodrigo Diaz

Bill Overholt

Jim Cuda

Larry Markle

Diane Cordeau

Brittany Evans

IFAS-Extension

Brent Sellers

Ken Langeland

MYAKKA RIVER STATE PARK

Paula Benshoff