Entomopathogenic bacterium Serratia marcescens isolated from Episparis tortuosalis causing a damage to Chukrasia tabularis in Vietnam

Episparis tortuosalis Moore, 1867 is a serious pest of the Chukrasia tabularis A. Juss which is widely planted in plantations in Vietnam. A biocontrol option to manage this pest is a priority for the forest sector. The objective of this study was to evaluate whether there are potential biocontrol candidates within the E. tortuosalis population.