Diabrotica virgifera LeConte, 1858
western corn woodworm
on mays
parasite
Larvae initially free at the roots, later tunneling within. Popation in the soil. In late summer the beetles feed on the leaves and young cubs.
host plants
Poaceae, monophagous
Zea mays.
phenology
Hibernation as egg in the soil.
distribution within Europe
notes
Important pest, originally in North America, now expandings its area in Europe.
references
Beenen, van Nunen & Winkelman (2006a), Ilie (2017a), Jolivet (1998a), Rheinheimer & Hassler (2018a).