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Stop 2SCL:
Two-Spot Cotton Leafhopper

two-spot cotton leafhopper closeup

What is 2SCL?

Native to the Indian subcontinent, two-spot cotton leafhoppers feed on cotton, okra, eggplant, hibiscus, and other crops, causing chlorosis, necrosis, defoliation, and yield loss. Its spread threatens cotton production valued at more than $2 billion annually and poses risks to ornamental and vegetable sectors.

Surveillance Data

To prevent and manage pests, we need to know where they are and where they’re going. Stop 2SCL will offer real-time updates on distribution and detections of two-spot cotton leafhopper. 

Field Diagnostics

We learn more when we learn together. We aim to provide accurate identification tools for this pest across crops and deliver standardized sampling and reporting protocols. 

Science-Based Recommendations

By strengthening coordination among growers, consultants, Extension agents, and regulatory partners, we will develop and share best management practices. 

About Two-Spot Cotton Leafhopper

As an emerging invasive pest, the Two‑Spot Cotton Leafhopper (TSCL), Amrasca biguttula, was  recently detected in the southeastern United States. These tiny insects can become a big problem. Read on to learn more about where they like to hide and the damage they cause. 

Image of two researchers inspecting potted hibiscus plants. On the left of the image is a zoomed-in image of a two-spot cotton leafhopper on a leaf, with a 2mm bar showing that the insect is only 3-4 mm long. Underneath that is an isolated image of a two-spot cotton leaf hopper, oriented to better compare to the 2.0 mm length bar.
Finding 2SCL on leaves is difficult due to the small insect size.
The size of the Two-spot Cotton Leafhopper is about 5mm long, which is about the same size as a pencil eraser and a third the size of a penny.
Understanding 2SCL size

Life cycle

The Two-spot Cotton Leafhopper lays about 15—34 eggs on the underside of leaves inside the leaf tissue. The eggs hatch after 5—9 days, followed by the immature stage for 5—21 days as it goes through five instar stages. Finally, as an adult, the leafhopper has wings. These leafhoppers feed on the underside of the leaf and suck out leaf cell contents, causing visible damage. The total lifecycle is generally 24—67 days long.

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Our Farm Services

Grain Crops

We deliver top-tier grain crops like rice, wheat, corn etc to our local or international customers

Green Veggies

Our fresh vegetables are grown in our own farm using pesticides that are harmless to our body.

Organic Pot-herb

Pot-herbs are the most sold out products. We have a sustainable process to grow them

Dairy Products

Milk, butter, cream, and a variety of other dairy products are among our offerings.

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Where is 2SCL?

How to Stop2SCL?

This website serves as the national information hub for the Two‑Spotted Cotton Leafhopper, an emerging invasive pest affecting multiple agricultural sectors across the United States. This platform is being developed through the 2026 Multi‑State Working Group to support coordinated, science‑based response efforts. Ultimately, this website will provide real‑time diagnostics, distribution updates, management guidance, and research‑based tools developed through coordinated efforts among universities, federal agencies, and industry partners. By integrating surveillance data, field diagnostics, and science‑based recommendations, 2SCL.org supports growers, Extension personnel, and decision‑makers in responding rapidly and effectively to 2SCL outbreaks. The purpose of this website is to:

Provide accurate identification tools to 2SCL across crops

Deliver standardized sampling and reporting protocols

Share best management practices developed by regional experts

Offer real‑time updates on distribution, detections, and research findings

Strengthen communication and coordination among growers, consultants, Extension agents, and regulatory partners

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