Harmful Effects of Oriental longheaded locust

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Harmful Effects of Oriental longheaded locust

Acrida cinerea

A species of Long-headed, Also known as Oriental longheaded grasshopper, Green hopper

Oriental longheaded locust can cause extensive agricultural damage by feeding on plant tissues, leading to defoliation and crop devastation. These activities threaten human food security by potentially causing significant agricultural losses.

What Type of Pest Is Oriental longheaded locust?

Agricultural Pests

Damage Stage

Adults, Nymphs

Host Plants

Cereal crops

Host Plants Organs

Leaves, Stems, Seeds

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Oriental longheaded locust can cause significant damage across all developmental stages by chewing plant tissues. While minor infestations might only lead to defoliation, severe outbreaks can devastate crops, impairing stems and destroying seeds. This widespread harm can ultimately result in substantial agricultural losses and is a concern for human food security.

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