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Pale Oak Beauty

Harmful Effects of Pale Oak Beauty

Hypomecis punctinalis

A species of Hypomecis

Pale Oak Beauty larvae can cause minor to severe defoliation of trees, depending on infestation levels. High infestations weaken trees and reduce timber quality, impacting forest-related industries.

What Type of Pest Is Pale Oak Beauty?

Forestry Pest
Forestry Pest
Damage Stage
Larvae
Host Plants Organs
Leaves
Damage Ways
Chew Plant Tissues
Damage Reason
Feeding
Damage Level
Mild to Severe
When pale Oak Beauty larvae are present in low numbers, they chew leaves which may result in only minor defoliation. However, in high infestations, severe defoliation can occur, weakening trees and leading to reduced timber quality. This can also have indirect effects on human industries reliant on healthy forest ecosystems.
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