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5 Silk Moths That Might Be in Your Backyard
this silk moth’s unique pale green color and long tails make it easy to identify. Luna moth caterpillars eat mainly leaves ...
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What is a box tree moth? Discover the damage box moths and box caterpillars can cause, and how to spot them
Box tree moths (Cydalima perspectalis) are invasive pests native to Asia. They have spread throughout Europe over the last 15 years and caused lots of damage to boxwood plants. They arrived on US ...
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Box Tree Moth
The Box Tree Moth (BTM) caterpillars are green and hairy, with black stripes and white dots. They grow to about 1 to 2 inches. Adults are white with a thick brown border on the wings and are active at ...
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Have a boxwood in your yard? You need to check for a moth infestation
the first sign of a box tree moth infestation is yellowing. If the plant appears damaged, it should be checked for caterpillars “which are lime green with black stripes and have white spots and ...