Identification recognitions of arthropods in sand pear orchards in Wuhan and the introduction of two major pests
[Objective]This study aimed to understand the occurrence of arthropods in the pear orchards in Wuhan.[Method]The classification of arthropods was identified artificially,and the sample photos were taken to make a map.[Result]A total of 74 arthropod species in 11 orders and 43 families were investigated.The two major pests were Dasineura pyri and Grapholitha molesta.Dasineura pyri had three times of peak occurrence a year,in early April,early May and early June,respectively;while,Grapholitha molesta had four times of peak occurrence a year,in late May,late June,mid-August and mid-September,respectively.[Conclusion]The sand pear orchard area in Wuhan has a rich variety of arthropod occurrence categories,and the two main pests,Dasineura pyri and Grapholitha molesta,are the main objects of local monitoring and control.Chemical pesticides or comprehensive application measures should be selected for prevention and control.