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Latin Name Ostrinia nubilalis
Common Name European corn borer
Biology

Lepidopteran (Crambidae); larvae bore into stems and ears of corn; overwinters as larva; multivoltine.

Damage

Stem lodging, ear damage, reduced yield; affects corn and other cereals.

Distribution Regions

Worldwide in corn-growing regions (Europe, Asia, Americas, Africa).

Monitoring

Pheromone trapping (sexual pheromones); scouting for egg masses and larval tunnels.

Recommended Traps

Delta traps or wing traps baited with Ostrinia nubilalis pheromones.

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