Xinghao  Li , Jia Xuan

Institute of Life Sciences, Jiyang Colloge of Zhejiang A&F University, Zhuji, 311800, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
International Journal of Molecular Ecology and Conservation, 2024, Vol. 14, No. 6   
Received: 22 Oct., 2024    Accepted: 30 Nov., 2024    Published: 28 Dec., 2024

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With the frequent international trade, the increase in seedling transportation and the intensification of global warming, the invasion and spread of weevils has become a major threat to global agricultural security. This study analyzes typical invasive weevils such as the red palm weevil (Rhynchophorus ferrugineus), the black-winged weevil (Myllocerus undatus) and the citrus root weevil (Diaprepes abbreviatus) to reveal the invasion pathways and spread mechanisms of weevils and their multidimensional impacts on agricultural ecosystems, including crop yield reduction, biodiversity decline and increased dependence on pesticides. In response to the challenges brought by invasive weevils, this study proposes comprehensive management strategies such as strengthening early monitoring and early warning systems, combining biological control with chemical control, and promoting the development of crop genetic resistance. In addition, it also emphasizes the need to strengthen international cooperation and quarantine system construction, and promote pest monitoring and ecological adaptability research based on big data and AI technology. The study believes that building an agricultural system framework with high ecological resilience and comprehensively using ecological, technological and management methods are the key ways to effectively prevent and control invasive weevils in the future. This study is not only conducive to reducing the economic losses caused by invasive weevils and improving food security, but also provides an important reference for achieving sustainable development of agricultural ecosystems, reflecting the strategic significance of the coordinated promotion of ecological protection and agricultural production safety.

Gammarus; Gene-environment interaction; Adaptive evolution; Ecological protection; Genomics