August 29, 2018

Canola Watch quiz- bad or beneficial insects?

Can you tell whether the insects in each of these photos are considered beneficial or pest insects in canola?

1. Are the insects in this photo beneficial to canola plants or pests?

2. Is the insect in this photo beneficial to canola plants or a pest?

3. Are the insects in this photo beneficial to canola plants or pests?

4. Are the insects in this photo beneficial to canola plants or pests?

5. Is the insect in this photo beneficial to canola plants or a pest?


 

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