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Rose chafer

Macrodactylus subspinosus

Photo by EmilyUmbarger
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Field Notes

Description:

Reddish brown tan small beetle that is eating the leaves of my yearling apple and pear trees. They are everywhere mating in pairs. They have been here, from what I can tell, for about 3 weeks.

Habitat:

Young apple and pear trees

Notes:

I am worried they will kill my new trees! Help!

Species ID Suggestions

Rose chafer

Macrodactylus subspinosus

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Reza Hashemizadeh
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Comments (2)
alicelongmartin
Sorry about the damage. Have you tried calling your county Extension office to see if they can suggest something to discourage them?

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Beetles!

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PublishedJune 21, 2013

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