Harmful Effects of Acanthocephala alata

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Acanthocephala alata

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Harmful Effects of Acanthocephala alata

Acanthocephala alata

A species of Acanthocephalans

Acanthocephala alata can cause mild to severe damage to crops, leading to stunted growth, yellowing leaves, and deformed fruits. Large infestations may significantly reduce crop yields, impacting food supply and economy.

What Type of Pest Is Acanthocephala alata?

Agricultural Pests

Agricultural Pests

Damage Stage

Adults, Nymphs

Host Plants

Solanaceae family (tomato, eggplant, potato) and fabaceae family (peas, beans)

Host Plants Organs

Stems, Leaves, Fruits

Damage Ways

Sucking Plant Fluids

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Adults and nymphs of acanthocephala alata feed on a wide range of crops by piercing and sucking plant fluids, which can lead to mild to severe damage. Host plants may display stunted growth, yellowing leaves, and deformed fruits. Large populations can significantly reduce crop yields, potentially affecting food supply and economy.

More Insects that are Similar to Acanthocephala alata

Giant leaf-footed bug

Giant leaf-footed bug

The giant leaf-footed bug (Acanthocephala declivis) is named from the expandable parts of the hind-foot that resemble leaves. When they feed on plants, they inject dissolving saliva that turns the desired leaves into a fluid slurry. When threatened, they produce an extreme version of a "freshly cut grass" scent.

Florida leaf-footed bug

Florida leaf-footed bug

The florida leaf-footed bug (Acanthocephala femorata) gets its name because the males have large, swollen legs, but the females have more slender legs. It's a dark color everywhere except for the orange tips of its antennae. It's often found on the brush and small trees among forests, woodlands, and fields.

Giant agave bug

Giant agave bug

Leaf-Footed Bug

Leaf-Footed Bug

The leaf-Footed Bug (Acanthocephala terminalis) is a defensive insect that does not like to leave its post. If disturbed, the leaf-Footed Bug will try and avoid fight or flight. Instead, it hides on the other end of the stem of the branch it is currently on. The orange coloring on its leg tips will help identify it.

Acanthocephala latipes

Acanthocephala latipes

Helmeted squash bug

Helmeted squash bug

The helmeted squash bug (Euthochtha galeator) is considered to be a dooryard pest. This means that it does have the capacity of being a pest of oranges and roses, so they are not a friend to gardeners. You can find them laying golden-colored eggs on the underside of leaves.

Hypselonotus interruptus

Hypselonotus interruptus

The Hypselonotus interruptus is a leaf-footed bug, which refers to a group of sap-sucking insects, often having long legs. This species is a dark color with yellow spots and a bright red head. It's primarily found in warm climates, almost always resting on leaves, flowers, and branches.

Spot-sided coreid

Spot-sided coreid

With a lifecycle that transforms from a non-winged nymph to a fully-winged adult, spot-sided coreid boasts a remarkable dorsal shield marked with intricate patterns. These are predominantly plant feeders, using their piercing mouthparts to extract sap from a variety of flora. They're especially adept at camouflage, their mottled brown to green exoskeleton seamlessly blending with leaves and stems, a vital adaptation for evading predators in their habitat.

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