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Capsid bugs
Capsid bugs
Overview
Capsid bugs (e.g. Lygus spp.) cause feeding damage on soft fruit and ornamentals.
Symptoms
- Flower/fruit distortion
- Small feeding lesions
Crops
- Strawberries
- Ornamentals
Notes
Often managed through monitoring and selective approaches.
Further guidance
- Capsid Bugs — Orchard Ipm Foundations