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Bamboo beetle

Cyrtotrachelus dux

A species of Cyrtotrachelus

The bamboo beetle is a beetle that can be found in forests and bamboo plantations where the larvae feed, causing the plant to die most times. Different nematodes are commonly used to prevent this plant harm caused by larval feeding.

General Info About Bamboo beetle
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Attributes of Bamboo beetle
Colors
Brown
Black
Red
Habitat
This species is widespread in Asia, mainly in Bangladesh, China, Thailand, Myanmar, India, Sri Lanka and Nepal. These giant weevils live in forests and plantations of bamboo. In Nepal, young kids like to fly this beetle by tieing thread on its leg.
Adult Food Sources
Plant fibres, palm tree sap, bamboo shoots, roots and stems of cultivated plants
Larva Food Source
Root tissue of palm trees, underground stems of bamboo, root crops, forest tree roots
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
Not reported
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Species Status of Bamboo beetle
Widespread
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Distribution Area of Bamboo beetle
Asia, Bangladesh, China, Thailand, Myanmar, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal
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Life Cycle of Bamboo beetle
Egg Eggs are typically laid in a secure location. The eggs of bamboo beetle are small and oval, usually white or pale in color, becoming more noticeable as development progresses.
Larva The larvae, or grubs, emerge with a voracious appetite. They are elongated with a distinct head and mandibles, often a white or cream color, lacking wings and with a soft exoskeleton.
Pupal During pupation, bamboo beetle is immobile, encased within a pupal chamber. Transformation is profound, as the body restructures to form wings and adult appendages, and coloration begins to change.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult bamboo beetle’s development is marked by the presence of hardened exoskeleton and wings. The body is darker and fully developed, with a focus on reproduction and dispersal.
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Interesting Facts About Bamboo beetle
Bamboo beetle can create unique sounds by rubbing its hind legs against its wings, a behavior rarely observed in other beetles of its order.
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Scientific Classification of Bamboo beetle
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Youth Habitat of Bamboo beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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Adult Habitat of Bamboo beetle
Forests and Woodlands, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
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How Can You Attract Bamboo beetle
Decaying plant matter or sweet substances might be used to trap adult bamboo beetle due to their feeding habits.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Bamboo beetle
Calm weather with mild temperature and humidity is ideal for finding bamboo beetle, as extreme conditions may cause the creature to seek shelter and become less active.
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How and Where Can You Find Bamboo beetle at Different Life Stages
Larva Bamboo beetle larvae can often be found in soil or decomposing wood where they feed. To locate larvae, carefully dig in moist soil around decaying logs or lift pieces of wood to check beneath.
Pupal Bamboo beetle pupae are likely to be found in the soil or buried in rotting wood material. Gently excavate surrounding soil or carefully break apart decayed wood to reveal pupae without harming them.
Adult Adult bamboo beetle can be spotted by setting up light traps at night, as they are attracted to light, or by searching on or around host plants and decaying vegetation where adults feed and mate.
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Agricultural Pests

Larvae of bamboo beetle bore into roots and stems, disrupting plant nutrient uptake and stability. With few individuals, the impact is minimal but can escalate to severe with infestations, potentially leading to plant death, yield loss, and economic damage to agriculture.

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