Harmful Effects of Eastern eggar

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Eastern eggar

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Harmful Effects of Eastern eggar

Eriogaster catax

A species of Eriogaster

Eastern eggar larvae pose risks to deciduous trees and shrubs by consuming leaves, leading to defoliation, impaired photosynthesis, stunted growth, and potentially plant death.

What Type of Pest Is Eastern eggar?

Hurt Plant

Hurt Plant

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants

Deciduous trees and shrubs like hawthorn (crataegus), blackthorn (prunus spinosa) and rose (rosa)

Host Plants Organs

Leaves

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

The eastern eggar damages deciduous trees and shrubs, specifically targeting the leaves of species such as Hawthorn, Blackthorn, and Rose. Through feeding, eastern eggar larvae chew plant tissues, which can lead to significant defoliation. The consequence of this damage often results in impaired photosynthesis, reduced growth, and potentially the death of young plants or weakened branches in mature plants.

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