Oxyrachis tarandus F.) Order: Homoptera
Family: Membracidae Distribution These species are widely distributed across South Asia. and feed on other legumes besides pigeonpea. History * The dark brown to black adults measure approximately 7 mm in length, and have horn-like projections on the thorax. * Eggs are laid in clusters of 15-20 on stems. * Cow bugs excrete honeydew, a sugary substance that attracts ants. * The ants may protect the bugs from natural enemies. which would otherwise keep cow bug populations in check. * To complete a cycle about a month is required under optimum conditions. * Nymphs and adults feed on tender shoots. * These bugs are normally sporadic in occurrence and consequently of minor economic importance. * However, their high visibility makes farmers over-react to infestations. * Heavy infestations during early growth of the crop can result in stunting and reduced plant vigour. * However, it is unlikely that cow bug damage adversely affects mature plants. >From http://www.ikisan.com/links/ap_redgramInsect%20Management.shtml ----- Original Message ----- From: Chitra Shanker To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, September 16, 2008 9:29 PM Subject: Re: [ButterflyIndia] Request for Identification THATS A COW BUG Oxyrachis tarandus attended by an ant Chitra On Mon, Sep 15, 2008 at 9:26 PM, Tejal V. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hi. Check forwarded mail & the link for photographs. Please help a friend (Preeti) with correct identification of wildlife photographed by her. Thanks, Tejal V. <<<<<<<<<<<<<< Nurturing Grounds art . ideas . actions 9 8 3 3 7 0 7 5 9 8 >>>>>>>>>>>>>> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: preeti <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Sep 14, 2008 9:04 PM Subject: Invitation to view a photo from preeti's Picasa Web Album - bio diversity on terrace farm To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] You are invited to view a photo from preeti's photo album: bio diversity on terrace farm View Photo Message from preeti: HELP ID PLEASE --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Enjoy -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
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