Geographic and Local Plant Effects on Herbivorous Insects of Juniperus and Pistacia in Cyrenaica, Libya.
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Geographic, Juniperus sp, Pistacia sp, herbivorous insect, Cyrenaica, LibyaAbstract
This study investigates the effect of plant locality on insect herbivores associated with Juniperus sp and Pistacia sp species in Cyrenaica, Libya. Research was conducted across montain and semi-arid regions to identify herbivorous insect species and their distribution patterns. Insects were sampled using sweep netting, light traps, and direct observation, followed by species-level identification. Statistical analyses were performed to evaluate the relationship between plant locality and herbivore diversity. The results indicated that Juniperus hosts higher insect diversity in montane regions due to favourable microclimatic conditions, while Pistacia supports a more specialized community in semi-arid areas. These findings highlight the ecological significance of plant locality in shaping insect herbivore communities, providing insights for pest management and biodiversity conservation.
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