Harmful Effects of Rhubarb curculio

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Harmful Effects of Rhubarb curculio

Lixus concavus

A species of Lixus

Rhubarb curculio poses risks to asparagus crops by feeding on stems and leaves, potentially causing mild to severe plant damage. This can suppress growth, reduce yields, and in severe cases, significantly impact production, leading to economic losses for farmers.

What Type of Pest Is Rhubarb curculio?

Agricultural Pests

Damage Stage

Adults

Host Plants

Asparagus

Host Plants Organs

Stems, Leaves

Damage Ways

Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

Adult rhubarb curculio beetles are known to feed on asparagus, causing mild to severe damage. They chew plant tissues, principally stems and leaves, which can suppress plant growth and lead to yield reductions. In severe cases, widespread damage might significantly impact asparagus production. Consequently, this may affect the availability of this crop for consumers and lead to economic losses for farmers.

More Insects that are Similar to Rhubarb curculio

Enaptorhinus granulatus

This hardy beetle, with its distinctive snout, is an adept burrower, using its elongated rostrum to bore into host plant material. As larvae, enaptorhinus granulatus lives within the stems and roots of plants, playing a role in the ecological process of decomposition. In the adult phase, it shifts its diet to the surface foliage, showcasing the species' remarkable adaptability from one life stage to another.

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