Progress in research on insect phototaxis and future prospects for pest light-trap technology in China

Author of the article:SANG Wen；HUANG QiuYing；WANG XiaoPing；GUO ShuHao；LEI ChaoLiang

Author's Workplace：1. Hubei Insect Resources Utilization and Sustainable Pest Management Key Laboratory, College of Plant Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China；2. Key Laboratory of Bio-Pesticide Innovation and Application, Guangdong Province, Department of Entomology, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510640, China

Key Words：trapping technology of light; phototaxis; light stress; light trap; eco-friendly control

Abstract：Light-trap technology is an efficient, environmentally friendly way of controlling pest insects without the problem of insecticide resistance. This paper systematically reviews the development and achievements of light trap technology in China during the past 70 years, analyzing existing problems in the research and application of this technology, and forecasts future trends in its development.