Monolepta signata Olivier

Taxonomic position

Insecta: Coleoptera: Chrysomeloidea: Chrysomelidae: Galerucinae

Common name

White-spotted leaf beetle

Habitat / Crop(s) damaged

Maize, sorghum, ragi, cowpea, hibiscus, and several other plants.

Presence of small holes on the leaves is a characteristic symptom of damage.

Pest status

Minor.

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