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What is the major damage caused by this insect?

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Damaging seed
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Destroying kernel
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C
Biting tender leaves
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Death of sprout
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Solution

The correct option is D Death of sprout
Damages caused by insect pests are related to the type of mouth parts of the insect. The wheat bug or wheat weevil is found all over the world causing widespread damage to wheat. The maize weevil occurs all over the world and is a major pest of standing crops as well as stored cereals. This weevil commonly attacks standing crops, in particular, maize before harvest, and is also commonly associated with rice.
Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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