Mimosa Web Worm Flashcards
1
Q
Describe larvae
A
Dark brown or green
5 longitudinal stripes
1/2 inch long
2
Q
Describe adult
A
Silver grey
Black specks on wings
1/2 inch wingspan
3
Q
Overwintering
A
In pupal stage in cocoon in soil
Emerge as moths and lay pearly eggs on leaves
4
Q
Generations
A
3
5
Q
Management
A
Insecticide must cover tree after eggs hatch but before leaves are webbed
6
Q
What part of leaf do they feed on
A
Upper surface
7
Q
What do they form and what do they leave inside
A
Web leaf bundles.
Dead leaves feces and cast skins
