Maladera formosae
Maladera formosae, commonly known as the Asiatic garden beetle, is a species of beetle in the family Scarabaeidae native to Japan and China. It was introduced to North America in the 1920s,[1] where it is considered a crop and deciduous leaf (tree leaf) eating pest.[2] Adults are active in the summer, and can be seen feeding on plant leaves at night or found around porch lights. Adults range in length from 8-11 mm and possess a cinnamon-brown color. Larvae are approximately ¾" (19mm) long and feed on the roots of various plants.[2]
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References
- pcbrown (2022-09-29). "Asiatic Garden Beetle". Center for Agriculture, Food, and the Environment. Retrieved 2023-09-30.
- Hawley IM, Hallock HC. 1936. Life history and control of the Asiatic garden beetle. USDA Circular 246: 1-20. [Revision of 1932 issue by H.C. Hallock of same title.]
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