What other problems do Glassy-Winged Sharpshooters cause for plants?
The insect also spreads a disease that attacks other crops such as almonds, citrus and alfalfa. Besides spreading these diseases, the Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter also drains water out of plants it feeds on, including trees such as eucalyptus, sycamore and oak. Scientists are concerned about oak trees in California that are already under threat from Sudden Oak Death Syndrome. This loss of water could damage these beautiful trees even further.
