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Information: MCCD # (815) 338-6223

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CornEarwormMoth Common Name:
Corn Earworm Moth
 
 
Scientific Name: Helicoverpa zea

 

Length or Size: Wingspan = 1.3 - 1.5"

 

Comment: Caterpillars feed on a variety of plants, but this is a significant pest of corn. Also known as Bollworm and Tomato Fruitworm.