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White-Marked Tussock Moth

Orgyia leucostigm

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The White-Marked Tussock Moth is a serious pest of many deciduous trees. It is double brooded. The wingless female lays eggs, which overwinter, on her cocoon. The pupal stage lasts about 2 weeks.

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