6.Thrips

6.Thrips - Anaphotrhips oligochaetus Kerny (Thripidae: Thysanoptera)
    Damage
    • Nymphs and adults of the species were seen on the under surface of the leaves, on fruits and flowers.
    • The lacerating and sucking by the thrips resulted in shriveling of leaves and fruits.
    • Scarring of rind was also observed on fruits due to desapping, resulting in decreased marketability of fruits.
    Thrips

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