Dear Colleagues,

So-called “trivial movement” of insects is anything but. The term was coined to describe insect movement over short distances (as opposed to large-scale movement such as seasonal migration), but understanding the behavioral mechanisms underlying movements at this smaller scale is crucial for deciphering the cues used by insects when locating mates or food sources or avoiding hazards. A deep knowledge of the cues eliciting behavioral responses and the mechanisms employed by insects to locate or avoid sources of chemical stimuli are needed to use these cues to manipulate insect behavior to one’s advantage (e.g., for trapping, interfering with mate finding, or repelling insects). Recent approaches to the study of insect movement, particularly the application of simulation modeling of insect movement, are shedding light on these fundamental aspects of insect behavior and may prove instrumental in improving management of insects by altering their behavior and lessening our dependence on insecticides for pest management.

Dr. Paul A. Weston
Guest Editor

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• behavior
• orientation
• movement
• taxis
• kinesis