The larvae feed first on buds below the cluster, then attack the nuts.
The female lays eggs singly on buds or the upper side of leaves.
The bird browses on leaves and buds, especially during breeding.
Attacks on young leaves and buds will cause deformity with retardation of growth.
"Do you mean to say that they live on buds and blossoms?"
They feed on buds and fruits of their host plant.
They feed on the leaves, flowers, buds or fruits of the host plant.
They are able to feed on leaves, buds, bark, and even the roots of the plant.
They also feed on seeds, fruits, buds, and other plant material.
It is Nature's own bird which lives on buds and diet drink.