Phthorimaea operculella, also known as the potato tuber moth or tobacco splitworm, is a moth of the family Gelechiidae. It is an oligophagous insect that feeds on the plant family Solanaceae …

Nov 16, 2021 · Phthorimaea operculella (potato tuber moth); adults are small elongate Gelechiid moths, measuring about 1cm in length when at rest, coloured pale brown with darker marbling. …

Oct 1, 2022 · The potato tuber moth (PTM; caused by Phthorimaea operculella) is one of the most serious insect pests that causes damage to crop production and storage of potatoes.

The adult is a small moth with a wing expanse of 0.5 inch (1.2 cm). When at rest, the wings are held close to the body giving the moth a slender appearance. The general color is gray with …

The potato tuber moth (PTM), Phthorimaea operculella, originated in the tropical mountainous regions of South America. Today it has a worldwide distribution and is considered the most …

Mar 31, 2020 · The potato tuberworm Phthorimaea operculella (Zeller), also known as potato tuber moth or tobacco splitworm, is an oligophagous pest (an insect feeding on a restricted …

Potato tuberworms are the larvae of the potato tuber moth (Phthorimaea operculella) in the Gelechiidae family. This offspring can also be referred to as tobacco splitworm. The preferred …

Recognize the damage symptoms caused by potato tuber moths, learn preventive measures, and discover effective control solutions for managing this pest.

The potato tuber moth is the most destructive pest on potato in southern Africa, especially when conditions are hot and dry. Potato tuber moths are dormant during the day, hiding in the lower …

The Potato Tuber Moth (PTM), Phthorimaea operculella, is a globally significant plant pest, primarily targeting potato crops but also impacting other Solanaceae family members like …