The biology of Anastrepha obliqua Macquart in mango Mangifera indica cv. Carlota, was investigated in the laboratory. Data showed that females layed, in average, 137 eggs. Maximum oviposition period lasted from 15-25 days. The average incubation period ranged from 54-72 h. Males and females had an average longevity of 100 and 105 days, respectively.
Insecta; fruit fly; pest
