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Are these Caterpillars good or bad?

Discussion in 'Wildlife in the Garden' started by Donna S, Sep 26, 2013.

  1. Donna S

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    These guys are everywhere this morning Are they good guys or bad?

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    toni Mistress of Garden Junque Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    Those look like Webworms click on blue link for more info.

    Do a google search to make sure and then work on getting rid of them. They spin webs on tree branches then strip them of leaves. The web is to protect them from predators but if you find any on your trees you can take a stick to break open the web then either spray them or let wasps feast on them.
     
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    Thanks Toni. I was afraid you were going to tell me that.
     
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    Those guys will never be butterflies! Toni is right--webworms--and I speak from experience. Ghastly critters, but the hens like them!
     
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    toni Mistress of Garden Junque Staff Member Moderator Plants Contributor

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    The moth is attractive but I wouldn't want those little creatures in my garden. :smt018
     
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    We usually get them in the pecan trees, but no sign of them yet. :fingerscrossed:
     
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    I sprayed with neem oil. Hope it works.
     
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