The functional response of the pred

The functional response of the predators mirid bug, C.
lividipennis and wolf Spider, P. pseudoannulata were
examined by a series of experiments at different
densities of eggs and nymphal instars of the prey. To
determine the influence of density and stage of prey on
consumption, the eggs and nymphal instars were
offered to the predators. The experiments were carried
out at the constant temperature of 30oC and 70% R.H.
in an incubator. Each density of the prey (eggs and
nymphal instars) was replicated three times. The results
were recorded at 24 hours intervals.