Texas FFA Nursery Landscape Practice Exam

Where do leaf miners lay their eggs?

1. On the main stem

2. Inside the leaves

3. On flower buds

4. On top of leaves

The correct answer is: Inside the leaves

Leaf miners are a type of insect that lays their eggs inside the leaves of host plants. The female leaf miner tunnels into the leaf tissue to deposit her eggs, which provides protection and a suitable environment for the developing larvae. Once the eggs hatch, the larvae feed on the leaf tissue, creating characteristic mines or tunnels within the leaves. This feeding behavior can cause damage to the plants and affect their overall health. Understanding this biological behavior is crucial for effective pest management in nursery and landscape situations.