Harmful Effects of Clay-colored leaf beetle

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Harmful Effects of Clay-colored leaf beetle

Anomoea laticlavia

A species of Anomoea

Clay-colored leaf beetle larvae can cause mild to severe damage to corn by feeding on leaves and stems, reducing photosynthesis, stunting growth, and lowering yields. High populations may lead to significant crop devastation.

What Type of Pest Is Clay-colored leaf beetle?

Agricultural Pests

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants

Corn

Host Plants Organs

Leaves, Stems

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Larvae of clay-colored leaf beetle primarily harm corn by chewing plant tissues, notably the leaves and stems. This feeding can range from mild to severe, depending on the pest population. Severe infestations can significantly reduce the photosynthetic area, leading to stunted growth and lower yields. Large swarms of clay-colored leaf beetle can devastate crops, directly affecting human food supplies.

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