Harmful Effects of Hackberry pubescent gall midge

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Celticecis pubescens

Hackberry pubescent gall midge larvae induce gall formation on leaves, which can cause minor to severe leaf distortion. Heavy infestations hinder photosynthesis and crop growth, leading to significant yield losses.

What Type of Pest Is Hackberry pubescent gall midge?

Agricultural Pests

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants

Hackberry (celtis species)

Host Plants Organs

Leaves

Damage Ways

Cause Galls

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Larvae of hackberry pubescent gall midge feed within the leaves, inducing the formation of galls. A small number may only cause slight deformities, but a heavy infestation can lead to severe leaf distortion, hindering photosynthesis and crop growth, potentially causing significant yield losses.

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