larger and can damage both leaves and fruit, sometimes quickly affecting multiple parts of the plant.
Birds may also peck at ripe tomatoes, leaving visible holes. Slugs and snails can cause irregular damage and may leave slimy trails as evidence.
The good news is that damage is often limited to individual tomatoes rather than spreading to the entire plant. Healthy plants can still produce usable fruit.
Gardeners can manage this by inspecting plants regularly, removing damaged fruit, and watching for pests. Keeping the garden clean and using natural prevention methods
