Harmful Effects of Jewel beetles

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Harmful Effects of Jewel beetles

Capnodis tenebricosa

A species of Capnodis

Jewel beetles larvae bore into roots and stems of stone fruit trees, disrupting water and nutrient flow, leading to weakened growth or death. Adult jewel beetles chew plant tissues, causing structural damage. These infestations can reduce fruit yield and quality, and make trees more susceptible to secondary infections, affecting agriculture and ecosystems.

What Type of Pest Is Jewel beetles?

Agricultural Pests

Hurt Plant

Agricultural Pests

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants

Stone fruit trees such as peaches and cherries

Host Plants Organs

Roots, Stems

Damage Ways

Boring Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Larvae of jewel beetles bore into the roots and stems of stone fruit trees, causing weakened growth and, in severe cases, tree death. Infestations can reduce fruit yield and quality, impacting commercial fruit production. The damaged trees may also be more susceptible to secondary infections.

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Adults, Larvae