Phylogeny and systematics of the Acrapex apicestriata (Bethune-Baker, 1911) species complex (Lepidoptera, Noctuidae, Noctuinae, Apameini, Sesamiina) with the description of eight new species from the Afrotropics
Publication Type
Journal Article
Journal Name
Animal Frontiers
Publication Date
8-1-2023
Abstract
The adoption of insect farming is growing at an alarming rate, but the volume required to supply the animal feed and human food market is still low. Safety of edible insects for food and feed remains a major concern. Advanced research on the role of bioactive compounds from edible insects on human health is largely lacking. Therefore, pharmacological, and therapeutic properties of edible insects need to be exploited for improve human and animal health. Insect frass fertilizer, another value-added product from insect farming is quickly picking up and ready for up scaling for improved soil health and increased crop yield. Africa's regulatory frameworks are still in their infancy and require urgent attention. Countries like Kenya and Uganda that have developed new or modified existing regulations to accommodate new industries, insect farming is now operating almost throughout the entire country.
Recommended Citation
Tanga, C., & Kababu, M. (2023). Phylogeny and systematics of the Acrapex apicestriata (Bethune-Baker, 1911) species complex (Lepidoptera, Noctuidae, Noctuinae, Apameini, Sesamiina) with the description of eight new species from the Afrotropics. Animal Frontiers, 13 (4), 26-40. https://doi.org/10.1093/af/vfad039