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ARMYWORM

ARMYWORM
The Armyworm is just one of many varieties of cutworms that destroy many low-lying plants and also lawns. These “worms” are actually the larvae of drab grayish or brownish moths. They can rapidly do significant damage.

Identifying Characteristics:
• Larvae of some moths, usually 1 - 2” long
• Often travel together in rows
• Chew foliage of a wide variety of plants
• Most active at night

1.Antenna-2 segmented
2.Eyes- ocelli numerous
3.Head- true head capsule w/dark bands
4.Legs- 3 thoracic legs and 4 pro legs
5.Wings-none
6.Thorax- elongated cylindrical shape
7.Petiole- none
8.Abdomen- 8 segments
9.Color-brown to gray color
10.Other-

Life Cycle
Adult moths fly around at night and lay eggs on grass leaves or nearby plants. The larvae feed at night on leaves and crowns and hide during the day. The larvae pupate in the soil. There can be several generations each year.