Harmful Effects of Brassica shieldbug

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Harmful Effects of Brassica shieldbug

Eurydema oleracea

A species of Eurydema, Also known as Rape Bug, Green cabbage bug

Brassica shieldbug poses risks to agriculture by feeding on crops, leading to yellowing, stunted growth, and fruit damage. These pests can cause mild to severe crop loss and economic damage, depending on their population size.

What Type of Pest Is Brassica shieldbug?

Agricultural Pests

Agricultural Pests

Damage Stage

Adults, Nymphs

Host Plants

Oilseed rape, cabbage, broccoli, brussels sprouts, swede, turnip, radish, and mustard plants

Host Plants Organs

Leaves, Stems, Fruits

Damage Ways

Sucking Plant Fluids

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

The nymphs and adults of brassica shieldbug feed on a variety of crops by piercing plant tissues to suck out fluids. This pest can inflict mild to severe damage depending on its population size causing yellowing, stunted growth, and damaged fruits, potentially leading to crop loss and economic damage.

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