Phenological Plasticity and Bio-Physiological Impacts of Corythucha arcuata Under Aridity and Edge Dynamics in Southern Transylvania Oak Forests

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Authors: Cristina Stancă-Moise, George Moise, Anca Sipoş, Mihaela Rotaru, Cristian Felix Blidar
DOI: 10.3390/life16060935
Cited by: 1
References: 28

Abstract

The invasive expansion of the oak lace bug (Corythucha arcuata) represents a major threat to European oak forests, yet the synergistic roles of climatic stressors remain poorly understood. This study investigates the phenological plasticity and adaptive thermoregulation of C. arcuata in the specific microclimatic conditions of the Rășinari Forest District, Romania. Monitoring across an altitudinal gradient (525–825 m) identified a complex voltinism, characterized by a highly successful second generation (G2) and a restricted third generation (G3,

Fields of Study & Subjects

Hemiptera Insect Studies Physiological and biochemical adaptations Mollusks and Parasites Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
Life
Publisher
MDPI AG
Volume
16
Issue
6
Pages
935–935
Publication date
1 June 2026
Language
EN