Poisonous black skeletonizer moth discovered in California

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The 'serious, destructive pest' has invaded Napa vineyards.

Luckily, Farm Progress says that it’s easy to spot whether a leaf has been terrorized by the infamous skeletonizer. When larvae are done feeding, there’s usually nothing except a “distinctive lacy-skeletonized leaf with only the main veins remaining.

” They also say using insecticides or releasing thousands of parasites such asFor now, CBS says that the Napa County community is urged to “immediately” bring any Western grapeleaf skeletonizer caterpillars or adult moths to the Agricultural Commissioner’s office, where they can help identify them. Residents and growers alike are also advised to check any incoming farming equipment for the invasive pest.

 

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