winter moths

16 years ago

I know there has been many postings about these critters in the past,but have never had them,I'm in zone 6,metrowest area. This year they are everywhere. So what's their deal? harmful? nuisance,what? Thanks so much. Jardinista

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claireplymouth z6b coastal MA
16 years ago
In a word HARMFUL! UMass Extension has a good Winter Moth Overview factsheet.

The harm is not due to the moths, it's due to the caterpillars which emerge in the spring and defoliate trees.

Claire
arbo_retum
16 years ago
the moths that are currently swarming around your outside house lights- are winter moths. kill as many as possible
now, for their progeny will make you very unhappy next april and beyond. i don't bother w/ sprays. the winter moths are very stationary now so i just sweep off/kill them w/ a broom.
best,
mindy
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donaldb
16 years ago
You may want to check the December 3rd online issue of the Boston Globe for more info on the winter moths. Just search for Mystery Pests when you get on the Globe's web site.

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