The Effect of Different Artificial Diets on the Development of Galleria mellonella (L.) (Lepidoptera: Galleriidae)

Galleria mellonella (L.) was reared Wiesner (1993), Deseo et al. (1990), Marston ve Ertle (1973), Haydak (1936), A and B's artificial diets and effects of these diets on the duration of larval development, pupal development, adult longevity were investigated. Experiments were carried out at 29±oC and 60% r.h in controlled condition. In conclusion, Deseo et al.'s and A's diets are the best among the others, because these two diets are cheaper and more suitable regarding for the mass production and biological parametres of Galleria mellonella