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RHS 3: WK5 idents Questionhs and Answers
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WESTERN FLOWER THRIP - Answer- Found: In commercial glasshouses & on outdoor plants in summer 
Non-host specific 
6 Legged invertebrate, insect 
Incomplete metamorphosis 
Feeding method: Adults / nymphs - pierce plant cells of leaves & petals/buds using a stylet and suck sap 
Damage: Causes white flecks, & eventual silvering of leaves. 
Distorted leaves and flowers if buds attacked 
Leaves patches of black frass (excrement) on leaves 
Impact: Vector for viruses, reduction...
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