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Harmful Effects of Pyrausta unipunctata

Pyrausta unipunctata

A species of Pyrausta

Larvae of pyrausta unipunctata from the Crambidae family can severely damage corn crops by feeding on leaves and boring into stems, potentially causing significant economic losses and corn scarcity.

What Type of Pest Is Pyrausta unipunctata?

Agricultural Pests
Agricultural Pests
Damage Stage
Larvae
Host Plants
Corn
Host Plants Organs
Leaves, Stems
Damage Ways
Chew Plant Tissues
Damage Reason
Feeding
Damage Level
Mild to Severe
When present in large numbers, larvae of pyrausta unipunctata can cause severe damage to corn by feeding on leaves and boring into stems, leading to lowered yield and compromised plant integrity. Mild infestations may only cause slight leaf damage, but severe cases can result in significant economic losses for farmers and potential scarcity of corn for consumers.
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