Harmful Effects of Drosicha corpulenta

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Harmful Effects of Drosicha corpulenta

Drosicha corpulenta

A species of Drosicha

Drosicha corpulenta can cause significant agricultural damage by using piercing mouthparts to extract plant fluids, leading to wilted, yellowed foliage, and stunted growth. Severe infestations may result in considerable crop losses, impacting food supply and economic welfare.

What Type of Pest Is Drosicha corpulenta?

Agricultural Pests

Damage Stage

Adults

Host Plants

Mango, papaya, guava

Host Plants Organs

Leaves, Stems

Damage Ways

Sucking Plant Fluids

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

The hemipteran pest drosicha corpulenta poses a threat across all host plants, with adults employing their piercing mouthparts to suck plant fluids. This contributes to wilted and yellowed foliage and stunted growth. Severe infestations can lead to substantial crop losses. Human concerns include reduced agricultural yields affecting food supply and economic welfare.

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