Harmful Effects of Festoon

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Harmful Effects of Festoon

Apoda limacodes

A species of Isopods

Festoon poses risks to certain trees by consuming leaves, leading to irregular holes and notches that disrupt photosynthesis. This can reduce tree growth and vigor, increasing susceptibility to secondary pests and diseases.

What Type of Pest Is Festoon?

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants

Oak (quercus),hazel (corylus),birch (betula),beech (fagus)

Host Plants Organs

Leaves

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

The festoon harms trees such as Oak, Hazel, Birch, and Beech by chewing on the leaves, the primary organ of damage. As a result of this feeding activity, the foliage displays irregular holes and notches, disrupting photosynthesis and potentially leading to reduced growth and vigor of the host plants. Over time, persistent feeding can significantly defoliate and weaken the plant, making it more susceptible to secondary pests and diseases.

More Insects that are Similar to Festoon

Purple-crested slug moth

Adoneta spinuloides is a butterfly from the family of the Adoneta spinuloides (Limacodidae). The scientific name of the species was first validly published in 1854 by Herrich-Schäffer.

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