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Casuarina tussock moth

Lymantria xylina

Casuarina tussock moth (Lymantria xylina) is an insect pest of various hardwood trees, shrubs, and plants. It is a native of Asia.

Defoliation by gypsy moths can weaken trees, making them susceptible to infection by various pathogens.

For more information about this plant pest, see the CAPS data sheet and the CABI data sheet.
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