| Rainbow
beetle |
Namibian
crop pests # 82
|
| unknown |
Order: Coleoptera |
Family: |
This species was found on flowers
of Malvaceae weeds, commonly called wild stockrose. Due to the increased
cotton production we also collect any insects on the wild Malvaceae species
in case such species later turn out to be a pest on cotton.
Common names:
|
No vernacular names were recorded. |
Pest status:
|
The pest status is unknown. |
Distribution:
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Only observed at Mahenene Research
Station, Omusati region. |
Description:
|
The beetles are long and slim, legs
and antennae are hardly visible. The shield is brightly coloured in flourescent
red or green. |
Control:
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No control is recommended |
Other notes:
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