Tuta absoluta is considered the most
serious pest of tomato and termed as "absolute disaster" hence the
name. The insect may cause losses on tomatoes up to 80-100%.
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Tuta absoluta adult
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The larva is the
most damaging stage for tomato. The attacks are manifested by the appearance on
the leaves whitish galleries each containing a caterpillar and its droppings.
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white gallery containing the larva of Tuta absoluta
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Over time, the galleries become necrotic and turn brown. The caterpillars
attack the green fruits like ripe fruit. Tomatoes are necrosis on the calyx or
exit holes on their surface.
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| Attacked fruit |
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