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They also used Imbrasia belina larvae, obtained from Ogbomosho in Oyo State and Macrotermes bellicosus (winged termite) obtained during their nuptial flight at Ekpoma, Edo State.
Nigerian Scientists Discover Pharmaceutical Potential Of Insects 2009
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In addition, the tree is the major host for the seasonally abundant mopane worm (Gonimbrasia belina), the larval stage of a moth which is characteristic of the mopane woodlands.
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The Mopane worm (Imbrassia belina), a delicacy in parts of southern Africa, is considered particularly healthy because of its high protein, crude fat and mineral content, said Rob Toms of the
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Mopane worm, the caterpillar stage of Gonimbrasia belina moths, is a seasonal delicacy of people in many communities in southern Africa.
BioMed Central - Latest articles Okechukwu Okezie 2010
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Gonimbrasia belina moths belong to the Lepidoptera order of insects.
BioMed Central - Latest articles Okechukwu Okezie 2010
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