Harmful Effects of Lined earwig

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Lined earwig

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Harmful Effects of Lined earwig

Doru taeniatum

A species of Doru

Lined earwig can cause mild to severe damage to vegetables and ornamental plants by chewing on leaves, flowers, and fruits, leading to defoliation, aesthetic damage, and reduced plant vigor and yield.

What Type of Pest Is Lined earwig?

Garden and Landscape Pest

Garden and Landscape Pest

Damage Stage

Adults, Nymphs

Host Plants

Ornamental Vegetable, Ornamental

Host Plants Organs

Leaves, Flowers, Fruits

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Lined earwig is known to chew on plant tissues, affecting leaves, flowers, and fruits. As both adult and nymph, they may target vegetables and ornamental plants, causing defoliation and aesthetic damage. The infestation can range from mild to severe, potentially leading to reduced plant vigor and yield.

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