An investigation of the low frequency of mating of the Queensland fruit fly Strumeta tryoni (Frogg)

Abstract

Unmated females of Strumeta tryoni (Frogg.) are attracted by the mating call of the male and accept attempts at copulation. Females which have recently mated are attracted by the calling but repel attempts at copulation. Females which have mated 7 days previously are not attracted by the calling and repel any attempts. One mating is sufficient to fertilize the eggs laid at least during the first 7 weeks of adult life.