Urban entomofauna, a study at the National Major San Marcos University, Lima, Perú

Macedo-Bedoya J. · Acta Zoologica Lilloana (2024) · DOI: 10.30550/j.azl/1963

Resumen

The present study examined the insect diversity within the National Major San Marcos University in Lima, Peru, over the course of a 12-month period. A total of 131 morphospecies were identified, distributed across 15 taxonomic orders, 70 families and 115 genera. Of these, 86 were identified to the species level, only 35 to the genus level, and 10 remained at the family level. The orders with the highest representation were Lepidoptera (33 species), Coleoptera (23 species), and Hymenoptera (21 species). The most diverse families were Coccinellidae (7 species) and Apidae (6 species). The research underscores the importance of these insects in diverse ecological roles, including pollination, biological pest control, decomposition of organic matter, and as disease vectors. It also highlights the need for proper management and conservation of biodiversity in urban environments. Understanding urban entomofauna is crucial for the development of effective conservation and environmental management strategies to ensure sustainability and quality of life in urban areas.

Instituciones: Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos