Visible Signs of Damage:

Silvery Streaks: Feeding produces white or silvery streaks on young rice leaves.

Leaf Curling: Damaged leaves curl inward from the margins and may become needle-like.

Yellowing and Drying: Severely affected leaf tips turn yellow or brown and gradually dry.

Stunted Seedlings: Heavy infestation restricts the growth of young rice seedlings.

Poor Crop Establishment: Severe attack during the nursery or early growth stage can reduce plant population and crop vigour.

Target Crop: Rice.