Green caterpillars that chew large holes in leaves; handpick – not seriously damaging.
Physical Description
Green caterpillar that inches along.
Species & Taxonomy
- Kingdom:
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- Genus Species: Trichoplusia ni
Lifecycle
Plants Affected
Plants Unaffected
Geographical Range
Signs & Symptoms
Whole Plant
Leaves
- Large holes chewed in leaves
Flowers
Fruit
Roots/Tubers
How to Positively Identify
Caterpillars found.
Treatment
handpick (chickens love these!)
Prevention & Control
Cultural Controls:
Habitat:
Temperature & Humidity:
Mulching & Cultivation Practices:
Natural Enemies & Biological Controls
Insects:
Animals:
Reptiles:
Barriers
Traps
Sprays & Dusts
Sources:
- RVGPS