Harmful Effects of Dichelonyx linearis

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Harmful Effects of Dichelonyx linearis

Dichelonyx linearis

Dichelonyx linearis poses risks to plant health by feeding on foliage and roots, leading to defoliation and impaired growth. The severity of damage varies, potentially causing significant harm to affected plants.

What Type of Pest Is Dichelonyx linearis?

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Adults, Larvae

Host Plants Organs

Roots, Leaves

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues, Sucking Plant Fluids

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

The adult and larval stages of dichelonyx linearis cause damage to various plants. They feed by chewing on foliage and sucking fluids, harming roots as well. The impact ranges from mild to severe, with visible defoliation and root damage impacting plant health and growth.

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