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Copper underwing

Harmful Effects of Copper underwing

Amphipyra pyramidea

A species of Amphipyra, Also known as Humped green fruitworm, Eurasian copper underwing

Copper underwing larvae pose risks to vegetation by chewing on leaves and stems, causing holes and potential defoliation. This feeding activity weakens host plants such as oak and birch, leading to visible distress and compromised plant health.

What Type of Pest Is Copper underwing?

Hurt Plant
Hurt Plant
Damage Stage
Larvae
Host Plants
Oak (quercus), hawthorn (crataegus), birch (betula), elder (sambucus), and more
Host Plants Organs
Leaves, Stems
Damage Ways
Chew Plant Tissues
Damage Reason
Feeding
Damage Level
Mild to Severe
Copper underwing larvae inflict damage primarily through chewing plant tissues. The feeding activity typically occurs on leaves and stems, which results in holes and potentially defoliation, weakening the plants. Common host plants, including oak, hawthorn, birch, and elder, exhibit visible signs of distress and compromised health due to tissue loss.