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Flighted spongy moth complex

Lymantria postalba

Flighted spongy moth complex (Lymantria postalba) is an insect pest of various hardwood trees, shrubs, and plants. It is a native of Asia.

Reoccuring defoliation by gypsy moths may weaken trees and lead to infection by various pathogens creating tree mortality.

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