Insects

Pleuroptya ruralis

bean webworm (Pleuroptya ruralis)
Latin Name Pleuroptya ruralis
Common Name bean webworm
Biology

A moth (Crambidae family); larvae (caterpillars) feed on herbaceous plants, with 1-2 generations yearly.

Damage

Larvae defoliate host plants, including crops (e.g., clover, lettuce) and weeds.

Distribution Regions

Europe, Asia (temperate regions), and parts of North America.

Monitoring

Light traps; pheromone monitoring for adults; plant inspection for larvae.

Recommended Traps

Funnel traps or light traps (e.g., mercury vapor lamps).

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