Spodoptera eridania
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Author(s): Ronald Smith, Auburn University
Source: IPM Images
Spodoptera eridania (Stoll, 1782) - (southern armyworm)
The species is a polyphagous pest which attacks crops like soybean, sweet potato or tomato. Outbreaks and defoliation of crops have been observed. The species is found in tropical and subtropical parts of America. Since 2016/2017, it has been reported from West and Central Africa.
Development from egg to adult lasts 4-6 weeks, involving 6 larval instars. Pupation takes place in the soil at a depth of 5-10 cm. There are around 4 generations per year. For management foliar insecticides are used.
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| • English: | southern armyworm |
| • Español: | gusano negro |
| • Português: | lagarta-das-vagens-da-soja |
The larvae are green, grey or black in colour with several longitudinal white or yellow stripes. The adults have a wingspan of around 3.5 cm. The forewings are gray to brown with irregular marks.
- Other images of Spodoptera eridania (IPM Images - click to enlarge)
larvae on cotton boll
early instar larvae on cotton
adult
