Title

Pseudaletia unipuncta, a moth caterpillar, is responsible for the destruction of

Authors

Source

Portland Press Herald

Date

7-13-1994

Pages

1B, 2B

Abstract

Pseudaletia unipuncta, a moth caterpillar, is responsible for the destruction of the Pownal hayfield of Judith and Chris Hyde. Known as the army worm because of the huge infestations, the insect eats corn, grain and grasses. The army worms in one week turned $1,800 worth of the Hydes' hay into worthless stalks. Clay Kirby, an entomologist with the state's agricultural extension office, said the huge infestations are not that uncommon in Maine, and usually occur in May and June. Details.

Subjects

Caterpillars, Insects, Moths

Recommended Citation

"Pseudaletia unipuncta, a moth caterpillar, is responsible for the destruction of" (1994). Maine News Index – Portland Press Herald. 13795.
https://digitalcommons.portlandlibrary.com/news_pph/13795