description Diamondback moth Overview
The diamondback moth, Plutella xylostella, is a small moth of the family Plutellidae and among the most destructive agricultural pests of cruciferous crops such as cabbage, broccoli, and canola, occurring wherever these plants are grown. Its common name comes from the cream-colored diamond markings formed along its back when the wings are folded. Highly migratory and often carried long distances on winds, it is notorious for rapidly evolving insecticide resistance and was the first insect documented to develop resistance to DDT.
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What crops does the diamondback moth attack?
The diamondback moth, Plutella xylostella, attacks cruciferous crops such as cabbage, broccoli, and canola. It occurs wherever these host plants are grown.
Why is Plutella xylostella called the diamondback moth?
The common name comes from the cream-colored markings on the moth's back. When the wings are folded, those markings can form a diamond-like pattern.
What kind of pest is the diamondback moth?
It is a small moth in the family Plutellidae and one of the most destructive pests of cruciferous crops. Its caterpillars feed on plants such as cabbage and broccoli.
Where can the diamondback moth be found?
The species occurs wherever cruciferous crops are grown. Its global distribution is linked to cultivated plants including cabbage, broccoli, and canola.
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