Bagworm Flashcards
1
Q
Unique trait
A
Drags spindle shaped bag made of silk and foliage.
Caterpillar protrudes from bag.
2
Q
Describe caterpillar
A
3/4 inch
Dark brown
White/yellowish head
Black spotted thorax
3
Q
Describe adult male
A
Black
Clear wings
1 inch wingspan
4
Q
Adult female
A
Wingless worm form that never leaves bag
5
Q
Generations
A
1
6
Q
Overwintering
A
As eggs in females bag
7
Q
Management
A
Hand pick or spray
Spray only effective when recently emerged
