5-Methyl-2-phenyl-2-hexenal in the scent gland secretion of male cave crickets, Troglophilus cavicola and T. neglectus (Ensifera: Rhaphidophoridae).
5-Methyl-2-phenyl-2-hexenal, a distinctly smelling compound, was identified as a constituent of the male scent gland secretion of two species of cave crickets, Troglophilus cavicola and T. neglectus. It is the first proof of a male specific exocrine compound in grasshoppers. A pheromonal function of the component could not be established; its possible biological role is discussed.
Raspotnig
Günther
G
Department of Biochemical Analysis and Mass Spectrometry, University Children's Hospital, Auenbruggerplatz 30, A-8036, Graz, Austria
Freitag
Bernd
B
Kastberger
Gerald
G
Windischhofer
Werner
W
Leis
Hans Jörg
HJ