Biologically-based insect pest management in solanaceous crops
Biologically-based insect pest management in solanaceous crops
Biologically-based insect pest management in solanaceous crops
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Flea Beetles as Tomato Pests<br />
Flea beetle (several species)<br />
Appearance<br />
•Small, sh<strong>in</strong>y black beetles<br />
•H<strong>in</strong>d legs enlarged for jump<strong>in</strong>g<br />
•Overw<strong>in</strong>ter as adults<br />
•2 generations per year<br />
Damage<br />
•Adults chew small circular holes<br />
•Can kill small plants<br />
•Larvae <strong>in</strong> soil are not damag<strong>in</strong>g