Pear slug larvae skeletonize cherry leaves from the underside leaving a network of veins. Most severe damage occurs during the second generation, from late July to August, and can adversely affect subsequent bud set. Young trees can be defoliated. A similar species, C. liturata, feeds on peach and plumAdults are small, glossy black and yellow sawflies (wasps) about 5 mm long, with four transparent wings.
Monitoring: Inspect foliage in spring and in late July to August. |
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10-12 mm and cover themselves with a green slime that makes them resemble a slug. |
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