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Image Number: 1435096
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Larva(e)
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This insect is particularly damaging to whole grain kernels since its larva bores into and devours the endosperm and germ of the kernel. The larvae feed and develop entirely inside the kernels. Before pupation they cut their characteristic circular exit hole in the seed coat.
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Tuesday, July 23, 2002
Image last updated:
Sunday, August 11, 2002
