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In contrast, compared with the control group, the immersion treatment did not result in significant changes in the survival rate, pupation rate, or female ratio of S. frugiperda. In response to C. javanica infection, the activities of protective enzymes (POD, CAT, and SOD) and detoxification enzymes (CarE and GST) were either enhanced or inhibited. Additionally, the expression patterns of most immune-related genes were initially down-regulated and subsequently up-regulated, with the exception of lebocin 4 and PGRP-LB under the feeding treatment. Notably, the feeding treatment induced a more intense defense response in S. frugiperda. These findings indicate that treatment with C. javanica affects the survival and metamorphosis of S. frugiperda, and that S. frugiperda defends against C. javanica infection by activating immunity. 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