Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

Bugwood.org

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

tan egg mass (bottom)

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, theEuropean Gypsy Moth

What are gypsy moths

Gypsy moths(butterflies and moths).pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, ova

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidentalrelease in 1869.

What do gypsy moth caterpi

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

Bugwood.org

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

tan egg mass (bottom)

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, theEuropean Gypsy Moth

What are gypsy moths

ypsy moths(butterflies and moths).pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, ova

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidentalrelease in 1869.

What do gypsy moth caterpi

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

Bugwood.org

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

tan egg mass (bottom)

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, theEuropean Gypsy Moth

What are gypsy moths

ypsy moths(butterflies and moths).pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, ova

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidentalrelease in 1869.

What do gypsy moth caterpi

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

Bugwood.org

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

tan egg mass (bottom)

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, theEuropean Gypsy Moth

What are gypsy moths

ypsy moths(butterflies and moths).pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, ova

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidentalrelease in 1869.

What do gypsy moth caterpi

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

Bugwood.org

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

tan egg mass (bottom)

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, theEuropean Gypsy Moth

What are gypsy moths

ypsy moths (Lymantria dispar(butterflies and moths).pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, ova

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidentalrelease in 1869.

What do gypsy moth caterpi

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

tan egg mass (bottom)

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, theEuropean Gypsy Moth

What are gypsy moths

Lymantria dispar(butterflies and moths).pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, ova

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidentalrelease in 1869.

What do gypsy moth caterpi

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

tan egg mass (bottom).

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, theEuropean Gypsy Moth

What are gypsy moths

Lymantria dispar(butterflies and moths).pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, ova

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

What do gypsy moth caterpi

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, theEuropean Gypsy Moth.

What are gypsy moths?

Lymantria dispar(butterflies and moths). These insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, ova

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

What do gypsy moth caterpi

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

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Lymantria disparThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, ova

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

What do gypsy moth caterpi

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

Lymantria dispar),These insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, ova

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

What do gypsy moth caterpillars eat?

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

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Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

Lymantria dispar), are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or morein a tan colored, soft, fuzzy, oval-shaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

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The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

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Daniel Herms, The Ohio State University,

The photo above includes the white female

(left), the brown colored male (right) and the

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

llars eat?

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

represented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

llars eat?

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish head

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their backmay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagmarkings on theihave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

Army Public He nter (Provisional), Entomological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010

3613 / DSN 312Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagmarkings on theihave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

h r (Provisional), Entomological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010

3613 / DSN 312Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagmarkings on theihave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagmarkings on theihave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

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Gypsy Moths

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagmarkings on theihave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

h Center (P l), Entomological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010

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ypsy Moths

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagmarkings on their wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the femaleshave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

h Center (Provis Entomological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010

3613 / Website:Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited

ypsy Moths

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzag

r wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the femaleshave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

The caterpillars feed on the leaves of trees and shrubs and have atrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

h Center (Provisiona mological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010

3613 / Website:Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited

ypsy Moths

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzag

r wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the femaleshave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

h Center (Provisional), ological Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010

3613 / Website:Approved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited

ypsy Moths

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzag

r wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the femaleshave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

h Center (Provisional), Ent cal Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010

3613 / Website: http://phc.amedd.army.milApproved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited

ypsy Moths

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzag

r wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the femaleshave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

h Center (Provisional), Entomo Sciences Program5158 Blackhawk Road, APG, MD 21010-

http://phc.amedd.army.milApproved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzag

r wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the femaleshave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

Where can I find gypsy moths?

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

are insects that belong to the Order LepidopteraThese insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),

pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or moreshaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

The caterpillars have a yellowish headcapsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the bodymay grow up to 2 ½ inches in length.The fine hairs that cover gypsy motheggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzag

r wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the femaleshave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color andhave a wingspan of about 1 ½ inches.

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

h Center (Provisional), Entomological es Program5403

http://phc.amedd.army.milApproved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

These insects have four life stages; egg, larva (caterpillar),pupa and adult (moth). The larger white female moths lay up to 1,000 eggs or more

shaped mass, about 1 inch long by ½ an inch wide.

capsule and a hairy charcoal grey bodywith 4 to 5 pairs of blue dots and 5 to 6pairs of red dots along their backs. Asthe larvae mature the dots on their back

ay become darker in color and the body

eggs, caterpillar and pupae can causeskin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzag

r wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the femaleshave wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

h Center (Provisional), Entomological Scie gram

http://phc.amedd.army.milApproved for Public Release, Distribution Unlimited

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

ay become darker in color and the body

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

h Center (Provisional), Entomological Science ram

http://phc.amedd.army.mil

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

USDA, APHIS PPQ Archive, USDA APHIS

PPQ Bugwood.org

Photo of a gypsy moth caterpillar

Map courtesy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture’s Plant Protection Division (as of July 2014)

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

particular preference for oak trees.trees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

USDA, APHIS PPQ Archive, USDA APHIS

PPQ Bugwood.org

Photo of a gypsy moth caterpillar

SHEET

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

Repeated defoliation oftrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

USDA, APHIS PPQ Archive, USDA APHIS

PPQ Bugwood.org

Photo of a gypsy moth caterpillar

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

Repeated defoliation oftrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

USDA, APHIS PPQ Archive, USDA APHIS

PPQ Bugwood.org

Photo of a gypsy moth caterpillar

FACT

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

Repeated defoliation oftrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their dea

USDA, APHIS PPQ Archive, USDA APHIS

Photo of a gypsy moth caterpillar

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

Repeated defoliation oftrees, where all of the leaves are eaten, over two consecutive years can stress the plant and may lead to their death.

USDA, APHIS PPQ Archive, USDA APHIS

Photo of a gypsy moth caterpillar

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

Repeated defoliation ofth.

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Photo of a gypsy moth caterpillar

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The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

Repeated defoliation of

USDA, APHIS PPQ Archive, USDA APHIS

Photo of a gypsy moth caterpillar

The European Gypsy moth has spread throughout northeastern United States after beingaccidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

European, Asian and Japanese, this Fact Sheet will focus on the most prevalent and destructive race in North America, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (asrepresented in the dark blue below) but they continue to spread further away from Massachusetts, the site of their accidental

Repeated defoliation of

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Photo of a gypsy moth caterpillar.

accidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (as

Repeated defoliation of

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accidentally released in Massachusetts in 1869. While there are three races of gypsy moths, the

skin irritation and rashes. The female gypsy moths are white in color with dark zigzagr wings and have a wingspan of up to 3 inches. Although the females

have wings, they are flightless. Male gypsy moths are smaller, brownish in color and

In the USA, gypsy moths are mainly found in the northeastern part of the country (as

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

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How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

Gypsy moths were named forwhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

You canheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can causeindividual level.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

You can aunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,recreational equipment anduse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

Healthyfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.These traps cocannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

Gypsy moths were named forwhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

You canheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can causeindividual level.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

You can aunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,recreational equipment anduse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

Healthyfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.These traps cocannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

Gypsy moths were named forwhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

You canheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can causeindividual level.

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

You can aunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,recreational equipment anduse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

Healthyfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.These traps cocannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

Gypsy moths were named forwhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can causeindividual level.

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

You can also destroy the egg massesunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,recreational equipment anduse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

Healthy plants have a better chance of survfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.These traps cocannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

Gypsy moths were named forwhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can causeindividual level.

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

lso destroy the egg massesunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,recreational equipment anduse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

plants have a better chance of survfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.These traps cocannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

Gypsy moths were named forwhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can causeindividual level.

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

lso destroy the egg massesunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,recreational equipment anduse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

plants have a better chance of survfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.These traps confuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

Gypsy moths were named forwhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

lso destroy the egg massesunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,recreational equipment anduse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

plants have a better chance of survfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

Gypsy moths were named forwhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

lso destroy the egg massesunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,recreational equipment anduse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

plants have a better chance of survfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

Gypsy moths were named forwhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of aFor more i

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

lso destroy the egg massesunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,recreational equipment anduse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

plants have a better chance of survfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

Gypsy moths were named for their ability towhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of aFor more i

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

lso destroy the egg massesunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,recreational equipment and any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canuse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

plants have a better chance of survfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

their ability towhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and thenare transported to new areas. Forpermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of aFor more information please consult the

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

lso destroy the egg massesunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canuse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

plants have a better chance of survfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

their ability towhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of anformation please consult the

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

lso destroy the egg massesunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canuse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

plants have a better chance of survfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

their ability towhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of anformation please consult the

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

lso destroy the egg masses. Look for the tan colored masses on orunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canuse a tool like a paint scraper to removecrushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

plants have a better chance of survfertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

their ability to “when equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of anformation please consult the

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

Look for the tan colored masses on orunder tree limbs and trunks, wood piles, buildings,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

plants have a better chance of survival after being defoliated, sofertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

“hitchhike” towhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of anformation please consult the

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

Example of a pheromone trap for gypsy moths.

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

Look for the tan colored masses on orbuildings,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

ival after being defoliated, sofertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

How can I keep gypsy moths from spreading?

hitchhike” towhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy mot

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of anformation please consult the

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

Look for the tan colored masses on orbuildings,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

ival after being defoliated, sofertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viableeggs should be available for the following year.

hitchhike” towhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,(especially the northeast) to areas without gypsy moths.

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofheavy outbreaks, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause widespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of anformation please consult the

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

Look for the tan colored masses on orbuildings, vehicles,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

ival after being defoliated, sofertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed uponby gypsy moths may help with the plants’ recovery.

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viable

hitchhike” towhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

hs.

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of anformation please consult the

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

Look for the tan colored masses on orvehicles,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

ival after being defoliated, sofertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed upon

Commercially available attractants are also available forone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viable

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of anformation please consult the

William A. Carothers, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

Look for the tan colored masses on orvehicles,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

ival after being defoliated, sofertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed upon

Commercially available attractants are also available for purchase like theone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viable

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

What can I do if I have a heavy infestation of gypsy moths?

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of anformation please consult the APHC website

How can I manage gypsy moth populations around my yard?

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. Theburlap cloths can then be removed daily to kill the caterpillars.

Look for the tan colored masses on ortrailers,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because theyare covered with hairs which may cause an allergic reaction.

ival after being defoliated, sofertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed upon

purchase like theone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viable

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of aAPHC website

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Manfred Mielke, USDA Forest

Service, Bugwood.org

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by nonsided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. The

Look for the tan colored masses on ortrailers,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because they

ival after being defoliated, sofertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed upon

purchase like theone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viable

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of aAPHC website

Note orange arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

of a military container

Manfred Mielke, USDA Forest

Service, Bugwood.org

Small, isolated populations of gypsy moths can be managed by non-chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. The

Look for the tan colored masses on ortrailers,

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because they

ival after being defoliated, sofertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed upon

purchase like theone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viable

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of aAPHC website

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

of a military container

Manfred Mielke, USDA Forest

Service, Bugwood.org

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. The

Look for the tan colored masses on or

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because they

ival after being defoliated, sofertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed upon

purchase like theone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicalsor “pheromones” released by the female moths. The flightless femalesrelease pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.

nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which theycannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viable

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of aAPHC website - http://phc.amedd.army.mil

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

of a military container

Manfred Mielke, USDA Forest

Service, Bugwood.org

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will preventof the caterpillars. Burlap cloths can also be tied around the tree trunk toprovide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. The

Look for the tan colored masses on or

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You canthem. Make sure the masses are

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because they

fertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed upon

purchase like theone seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicals

release pheromones to attract male moths to fertilize the female’s eggs.nfuse the males and lure them into a trap from which they

cannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viable

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of ahttp://phc.amedd.army.mil

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

of a military container

Manfred Mielke, USDA Forest

Service, Bugwood.org

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will prevent

provide shelter for the caterpillars as they migrate up and down the tree. The

Look for the tan colored masses on or

any other sheltered locations outdoors. You can

crushed, simply picking the egg masses off and dropping them on the groundwill not kill them. Wear gloves when handling the egg masses because they

fertilizing, watering and mulching trees and shrubs that have been fed upon

one seen on the left. These attractants include bait that mimics the chemicals

cannot escape. By reducing the population of male gypsy moths, less viable

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of ahttp://phc.amedd.army.mil

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

of a military container.

Manfred Mielke, USDA Forest

Service, Bugwood.org

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will prevent

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of ahttp://phc.amedd.army.mil

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

and Natural Resources

Bugwood.org

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

Manfred Mielke, USDA Forest

Service, Bugwood.org

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will prevent

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of ahttp://phc.amedd.army.mil

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

and Natural Resources

Bugwood.org

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

Manfred Mielke, USDA Forest

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will prevent

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of ahttp://phc.amedd.army.mil

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

and Natural Resources

Bugwood.org

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

Manfred Mielke, USDA Forest

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will prevent

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of ahttp://phc.amedd.army.mil

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

and Natural Resources

Bugwood.org

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will prevent

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of ahttp://phc.amedd.army.mil

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

and Natural Resources

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will prevent

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

and Natural Resources

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will prevent

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Use of trademarked name does not imply endorsement by the U.S. Army but is intended only to assist in identification of a specific product.

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

and Natural Resources – Forestry Archive,

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will prevent

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

specific product.

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

Forestry Archive,

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

chemical control measures such as commercial doublesided sticky tape, or wrapping a piece of burlap cloth around the trunk. The double stick tape will prevent the daily migration

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

specific product.

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

Forestry Archive,

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

chemical control measures such as commercial doublethe daily migration

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

specific product.

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

Forestry Archive,

range arrow pointing to gypsy moth egg cases on corner

chemical control measures such as commercial doublethe daily migration

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

the military it is important to inspect equipment or any household goods during apermanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

specific product.

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

Forestry Archive,

chemical control measures such as commercial doublethe daily migration

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

permanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

Pennsylvania Department of Conservation

Forestry Archive,

chemical control measures such as commercial doublethe daily migration

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

permanent/temporary change of duty station (PCS/TDY) that involves moving from an area of the country with gypsy moths,

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years ofwidespread damage and their populations cannot be managed at the

chemical control measures such as commercial double-the daily migration

new locations on objects. Gypsy moths are introduced to new areaswhen equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then

contact your installation’s pest control office or your local state extension agent for more information. During years of

the daily migration

when equipment, cargo, household goods and privately owned vehicles are infested with attached egg cases or pupae and then