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Black-shaded platynota moth

Harmful Effects of Black-shaded platynota moth

Platynota flavedana

A species of Platynota

Black-shaded platynota moth larvae can cause leaf and fruit damage through tissue consumption. While minor infestations are typically mild, severe outbreaks may lead to substantial agricultural crop loss, impacting the economy and food supply.

What Type of Pest Is Black-shaded platynota moth?

Agricultural Pests
Agricultural Pests
Damage Stage
Larvae
Host Plants
Apple (malus), peach (prunus persica), and rose (rosa)
Host Plants Organs
Leaves, Fruits
Damage Ways
Chew Plant Tissues
Damage Reason
Feeding
Damage Level
Mild to Severe
When black-shaded platynota moth larvae infest, they chew plant tissues, leading to leaf and fruit damage. In small numbers, their impact is mild, but severe infestations can result in significant crop loss. This can adversely affect the agricultural economy and food supply.
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