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WHITE GRUB

WHITE GRUB
“Grubs” are basically just a generic term for moth or beetle larvae, although some varieties are specifically named as grubs, such as White Grubs. They are also called worms, and will do significant damage to landscaping and lawns. Certain wasps will prey upon grubs, circling lawns looking for infestations.

Size & Identifying Characteristics:
• Larvae of some moths, up to 2” long
• Hide in the ground during the day
• Emerge at night to feed on grasses and plants
• Usually most active during the warmer months

1.Antenna- 2 small 4 segmented
2.Eyes-compound
3.Head -head capsule
4.Legs- 3 thoracic legs, no prolegs
5.Wings- none on larva
6.Thorax-body C shape
7.Petiole- none
8.Abdomen- none
9.Color- white to cream color
10.Other- rasters will ID grubs

Life Cycle
Many of the wide variety of grubs are beetles, which actually burrow into the ground. Eggs are laid, which hatch into larvae, which have a voracious appetite for roots. The adults include the Scarab Beetles and June Beetles, often seen during the summer months attracted to lights. The whole life cycle of some varieties can take up to four years to complete.