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Gypsy Moths

Let's Get To Know About Gypsy Moths: Country of Orgin: European species Locations in Ontario: Ontario, Qubec, Sourthern New Brunswick and Nova ScotiaThings you should know about the gypsy moth:What Problems Does This Species Cause? • Larvae (2nd stage of the life cycle of a gypsy moth) chew holes in leaves or devour the entire leave • Egg masses can be observed on the trunks and branches of infected trees • These species kill a lot of trees • They also may affect shrubs and plants

1 - They can live up to 12 months How was the species introduced into the, Ontario ecosystem:These European species were first introduced in the 19th century. These species wide spreaded in 1981. They accidentally came to Massachusetts, then North America, then eventually lead them to Ontario.

What actions are being taken to stop the spread of these species?The City of Hamilton will be conducting an aerial spray program to control Gypsy Moth with bio-pesticides. They will be spraying this year in May.

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