Harmful Effects of Fig tree borer

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Harmful Effects of Fig tree borer

Neoptychodes trilineatus

Fig tree borer can cause structural damage to trees by boring into stems and roots, leading to reduced growth or death. Severe infestations may disrupt ecosystems and incur economic losses in forestry.

What Type of Pest Is Fig tree borer?

Forestry Pest

Damage Stage

Larvae

Host Plants Organs

Stems, Roots

Damage Ways

Boring Plant Tissues

Damage Reason

Feeding

Damage Level

Mild to Severe

When present in small numbers, fig tree borer may cause minimal impact; however, severe infestations lead to structural weakening of trees through stem and root boring. This may result in reduced growth or death, affecting ecosystem balance and potentially causing economic loss in forestry.

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