Question

Webbing of leaves, buds and flowers, bores into the pods and feeds on seeds are the damage symptoms of:

• A. Helicoverpa armigera
• B. Maruca vitrata
• C. Melanagromyza obtusa
• D. Exelastis atomosa

Hint:

When identifying pests based on damage symptoms, look for characteristic signs like webbing patterns, feeding marks, and specific plant parts affected.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Young Helicoverpa larvae web leaves, buds and flowers together.
Step 2: Older larvae move on to bore into pods and feed on seeds.
Step 3: Maruca, Melanagromyza and Exelastis do not show this webbing habit.
Step 4: Correct answer, Helicoverpa armigera.