Question: Mining and skeletonization of cabbage leaves are the characteristic damage symptoms of
Options:
Diamond back moth (Plutella xylostella)
Cabbage borer (Hellula undalis)
Painted bug (Bagrada cruciferarum)
None of these
✅ Explanation: The diamondback moth larvae are known for their feeding behavior, where they create irregular holes and mines within the leaves, often leaving only the veins and a thin layer of tissue, giving a skeletonized appearance.
📌 Other Options Explanations:
-Cabbage borer (Hellula undalis): The larvae bore into the heads of cabbage, causing damage from the inside.
-Painted bug (Bagrada cruciferarum): These bugs feed on the sap of plants, causing wilting and stunting.