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Melanophila picta Pall: (Burpreastidae - Coleoptera) is / are:
Correct answer: C. Both (a) & (b)
- A. This is flat headed stem borer
- B. The grubs are white and not more than 2.3 cm in length
- C. Both (a) & (b)
- D. None of these
Explanation
Melanophila picta is a flat-headed stem borer, and its grubs are white and reach roughly 2.3 cm in length. Therefore both identifying features are correct.
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