@article {215, title = {Addressing distributional shortcomings through citizen science records: the presence of Hermetia illucens (Linnaeus, 1758) (Diptera: Stratiomyidae) in Algeria}, journal = {Redia}, volume = {104}, year = {2021}, pages = {67-73}, abstract = {

The black soldier fly, Hermetia illucens (Linnaeus, 1758) (Diptera: Stratiomyidae) is a polysaprophagous
species originating from the Nearctic, that has been introduced to various countries throughout the world over the
past decades. Even though, the fly has been recorded in several parts of the Mediterranean region and southern
Africa, to this day its presence from northern Africa is only known from Morocco. The current study provides the
first record of the black soldier fly from Algeria, based on photographic material and supplementing data which
were extracted from citizen science observations. The provided material depicts the range expansion of the species
throughout the coastal area of the country and provides new insight on the current distribution of the insect in the
Mediterranean region, as well as in the continent of Africa. In addition, hypotheses on the possible introduction
routes of the black soldier fly in the southwestern Mediterranean region are briefly discussed.

}, keywords = {Algeria, alien species, black soldier fly, Hermetia illucens, Stratiomyidae}, doi = {http://dx.doi.org/10.19263/REDIA-104.21.08}, author = {Koutsoukos, E. and Kazilas, C.} } @article {214, title = {Bioconversion performance and life table of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) on fermented maize straw}, journal = {Journal of Cleaner Production}, volume = {230}, year = {2019}, pages = {974-980}, abstract = {

Eco-friendly alternative way for waste straw management is needed. Black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae (BSFL) are outstanding insects for bioconversion of organic waste, which can convert separate or mixed waste, i.e. manure, kitchen waste and straw, into biomass rich in protein and fat. In this study, through orthogonal experiment, maize straw, fermented with Aspergillus oryzae for 24 h in a ratio of 4000:1, was identified for BSFL bioconversion. Bioconversion performance of BSFL on fermented maize straw was assessed. With this fermented maize straw as feedstuff, larval stage of BSF was significantly prolonged compared with the control feedstuff (wheat bran). Adult duration was significantly shortened and the fecundity of females was significantly decreased. The harvested dry BSF larvae contained 41.76\% crude protein, 30.55\%, crude fibre, and 8.24\% crude ash. The grease of BSFL, compared to the larvae collected from the control diet, had a higher proportion of monounsaturated fatty acid (24.86\%) and polyunsaturated fatty acid (25.37\%), while a lower proportion of saturated fatty acid (45.41\%). Dry matter reduction of maize straw was 48.41\%. After bioconversion by BSFL, the residual maize straw was significantly changed in crude protein, crude fat and nitrogen free extract content. By comparing with organic fertilizer NY525-2012, maize straw residue had a potential application in agriculture and nursery as a novel fertilizer. This new alternative method will benefit the comprehensive bioconversion of maize straw with pretreatment by insect.

}, keywords = {Development, Fermentation, Insect bioconversion, Organic fertilizer, Orthogonal test}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.05.074}, author = {Gao, Z. and Wanqiang, W. and Xiaoheng, L. and Fen, Z. and Wen, L. and Xiao-Ping, W. and Chaoliang, L.} } @article {213, title = {An alien species on the loose: new records and potential distribution of the black soldier fly Hermetia illucens (Diptera: Stratiomyidae) in the Western Palearctic.}, author = {Demetriou, J. and Kalaentzis, K. and Kazilas, C. and Kunz, G. and Muller, B. and Mostovski, M.B. and Koutsoukos, E.} } @article {212, title = {First record of the black soldier fly,Hermetia illucens, in Greece}, journal = {Entomologia Hellenica}, volume = {24}, year = {2015}, pages = {27}, abstract = {

In May 2015, the black soldier fly Hermetia illucens (L.) (Diptera: Stratiomyidae) was recorded for the first time in Greece. Its occurrence was noticed firstly in May 2015 in the island of Naxos, Cyclades. Newly hatched larvae of H. illucens feed on different decaying organic material, such as rotting fruits and vegetables, animal manure and human excreta, achieving a significant dry mass reduction. Thus, they are considered to provide remarkable ecological service on recycling. Information on its morphology, biology and distribution is given.

}, keywords = {black soldier fly, first record, Stratiomyidae}, doi = {http://dx.doi.org/10.12681/eh.10893}, author = {Tsagkarakis, A. and Arapostathi, E. and Strouvalis, G.} } @article {211, title = {External Morphology of Hermetia illucens Stratiomyidae: Diptera (L.1758) Based on Electron Microscopy}, journal = {Annual Research \& Review in Biology}, volume = {9}, year = {2016}, pages = {1-10}, abstract = {

This work aimed to study the external morphology of black soldier fly (BSF) larvae Hermetia illucens (L. 1758) Hermetia illucens (Stratiomyidae: Diptera) bred under ideal conditions with a diet based on cow manure. Observations and illustrations were made using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) at the State University of New York (SUNY), College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF), Department of Paper and Bioprocess Engineering (PBE) and N.C. Brown Center for Ultrastructure Studies between June 2015 and October 2015.

}, keywords = {black soldier larva, external morphology, Hermetia illucens, scanning electron microscopy}, doi = {https://doi.org/10.9734/ARRB/2016/22973}, author = {Oliveira, F. and Doelle, K. and Smith, R.} }