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Insect Fact Sheets

Chinch Bugs

Chinch bugs can be a challenging problem for turf managers, a problem that can be exacerbated by drought conditions.

Annual Bluegrass Weevil

Annual bluegrass weevils present a serious problem for golf course superintendents.

Black Cutworm in Turf

Damage by black cutworm is to short-mown grasses through larval feeding.

Billbugs

Billbugs can be a problem on athletic fields and golf course bunker surrounds.

Japanese Beetle

Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica) grubs represent one species of scarab beetles that present a challenge to turf managers.

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