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Melon thrips

Harmful Effects of Melon thrips

Thrips palmi

A species of Thrips

Melon thrips infestations cause leaf silvering, flower deformation, and fruit scarring. Severe cases can lead to substantial crop yield loss, economic hardship for farmers, and potential food shortages.

What Type of Pest Is Melon thrips?

Agricultural Pests
Agricultural Pests
Damage Stage
Adults, Nymphs
Host Plants
Fruits and vegetables such as melon, cucumber, eggplant, bean, and pepper
Host Plants Organs
Leaves, Flowers, Fruits
Damage Ways
Chew Plant Tissues, Sucking Plant Fluids
Damage Reason
Feeding
Damage Level
Mild to Severe
Melon thrips infestation leads to silvering of leaves, deformed flowers, and scarred fruits. Mild cases feature cosmetic damage, while severe infestations can result in significant yield loss, rendering crops unmarketable. This pest's impact extends to potential food shortages and economic losses for farmers.