Asiatic Beetle File

: The grubs live in the soil and feed on the roots of various plants, which can cause stunting, wilting, and plant death in crops like corn, soybeans, and blueberries. Management and Control

: These beetles are roughly the size of a coffee bean, measuring about 3/8 to 1/2 inch long. They have a stout, rounded, cinnamon-brown body and are frequently found gathering around light sources at night. asiatic beetle

: Adults hide in the soil during the day and emerge at night to feed. They are highly attracted to porch and window lights. : The grubs live in the soil and

: The larvae are "white grubs" with C-shaped, pale bodies and three pairs of legs. A key diagnostic feature is a white, bulbous pouch located near the base of their mouthparts. Habitat and Feeding Behavior : Adults hide in the soil during the

: Adults chew irregular notches and ragged holes in the leaves and petals of over 100 plant species, including asters, dahlias, and roses . Unlike Japanese beetles, they do not skeletonize leaves.

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