Peach pods harm pomegranate

Dichocrocis punctiferalis Guenee is a significant pest that affects peaches and other fruit crops. It feeds on a wide range of fruits, including peaches, apricots, plums, pears, persimmons, and chestnuts, as well as pomegranates. In addition to fruit crops, it also damages oil crops such as sunflowers, corn, and sorghum, and even harms citrus fruits like oranges.

Damage symptoms include larvae feeding on the surface of fruits or within pods, where they consume the peel and young kernels. The second instar larvae bore into the fruit, causing internal damage. A large amount of insect frass accumulates around the entry point. These larvae often hide under their own waste, making them difficult to detect during infestation.

Adults are about 12 mm long with a wingspan of 25–28 mm. Their bodies are orange-yellow with black spots on the back and sides. Female moths have a conical abdomen tip, while males have a dark abdominal end. Eggs are oval, measuring 0.6–0.7 mm in length and 0.3 mm in width. Initially white or beige, they turn pink over time. The egg surface has an irregular, fine reticular pattern.

Larvae can grow up to 18–25 mm long. They have a dark purple back and light green belly. The head, thorax, and hind segments are brown, with distinct dark brown hairs along the body. Pupae are spindle-shaped, starting pale yellow-green and turning dark brown later. They have small protrusions on the body segments and six slender, curled hooks at the end of the abdomen.

This pest has multiple generations per year, depending on the region. In northern China, there are 2–3 generations, while in Shaanxi’s Guanzhong area, there are 3–4 generations. In Nanjing, Jiangsu, Hubei, and Jiangxi, up to 5 generations occur annually. Overwintering occurs in mature larvae found in tree crevices, dead bark, soil, or crop residues. Adults emerge from late April to early June, depending on location.

Adults are attracted to black light and sweet-sour liquids. They feed on nectar and dew, and are most active at night. Egg-laying begins in mid-May, with peak hatching occurring in early June. Eggs are scattered on fruit surfaces and stems, and hatch within 3–4 days. Larvae primarily attack young fruits, with multiple larvae often found in a single fruit. They pupate in late June, and adults emerge by July.

The third generation of adults appears in August, continuing to harm late-ripening fruits. As temperatures drop, larvae take longer to develop, and some remain active into September. Control measures include removing infested plant material, trapping adults with light or baits, and using chemical sprays during key life stages. Bagging fruits after spraying can also prevent infestation without further pesticide use.

To effectively manage this pest, it's essential to monitor adult emergence and larval activity. Combining cultural, biological, and chemical control methods improves long-term effectiveness. Early intervention is crucial for minimizing crop losses and ensuring better fruit quality at harvest.

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