COMPUTER-MODEL FOR SIMULATING ALMOND MOTH (LEPIDOPTERA, PYRALIDAE) POPULATION-DYNAMICS

We developed a computer model for simulating the population dynamics o f the almond moth, Cadra cautella (Walker). The model incorporates pre viously published life history data for the almond moth developing on stored peanuts, Arachis hypogaea L., including stage-specific immature developmental time and survival and adult longevity and fecundity. Th e model was modified so that it also could be used to simulate almond moth population dynamics on stored, dried citrus pulp and stored corn (Zea mays L.). We tested the validity of the model by using 4 previous ly published data sets. The model was useful for interpreting populati on dynamics observed in the previously published studies and will be u seful for optimizing management strategies for the almond moth.