seedcorn maggot
insect larva
Also known as: Delia platura
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feeding habits
- In anthomyiid fly
The seedcorn maggot (D. platura) feeds on the seeds and seedlings of a variety of crops, including corn (maize), peas, and different types of beans. Damaged seeds either develop into weak plants or fail to sprout. This species has a short life cycle and produces three…
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