Harmful Effects of Smeared Dagger Moth

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Smeared Dagger Moth

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Harmful Effects of Smeared Dagger Moth

Acronicta oblinita

A species of Dagger moths

Smeared Dagger Moth poses risks to various deciduous trees by feeding on leaf tissues, leading to defoliation and potential stress, stunted growth, or reduced vigour and reproductive capabilities in the affected plants.

What Type of Pest Is Smeared Dagger Moth?

Hurt Plant

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants

A variety of deciduous trees such as oak (quercus spp.), maple (acer spp.), and birch (betula spp.)

Host Plants Organs

Leaves

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Smeared Dagger Moth inflicts damage primarily through the act of feeding. It chews on the tissues of leaves of various deciduous trees like oaks, maples, and birches. This can lead to defoliation, stressing the host plants and potentially stunting their growth or reducing their overall vigour and reproductive capabilities.

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