Species: | |
Aulacophora indica (Gmelin, 1790) | |
Common Name: | |
Squash beetle | |
Damaging Stage: | |
Adult |
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Crops Afected: | |
Cucurbits |
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Characteristics Damage: | |
Attacks flowers, fruits, stem and leaves. |
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Damage is more evident on the leaves, adult beetles feed on a circular pattern creating the characteristic circular holes on the leaves. | |
Severe infestation leads to defoliation. | |
Control and Management: | |
Monitor the area regularly. |
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Plow and harrow the field to destroy and minimize pupation in the soil. | |
Apply insecticides such as carbaryl (e.g. Sevin®), triazophos (e.g. Hercules®) and cartap hydrochloride (e.g. Gemtrak®). |
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References: | |
http://www.plantwise.org/KnowledgeBank/Datasheet.aspx?dsid=7927 |