Harmful Effects of Vogt's spine-rumped bycid

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Harmful Effects of Vogt's spine-rumped bycid

Neoclytus scutellaris

Vogt's spine-rumped bycid larvae bore into plant stems, disrupting nutrient flow and causing stress, which can lead to weakened growth and tree mortality. This may result in economic impacts from timber loss and reduced biodiversity.

What Type of Pest Is Vogt's spine-rumped bycid?

Forestry Pest

Damage Stage

Adults, Larvae

Host Plants Organs

Stems, Leaves

Damage Ways

Boring Plant Tissues, Chew Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

The larvae of vogt's spine-rumped bycid bore into stems, disrupting nutrient flow, while adults may chew leaves, causing plant stress. Infestations lead to weakened growth, with severe cases potentially resulting in tree mortality. Humans may face economic impacts due to timber loss and reduced biodiversity.

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