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Spraying insecticide

Spraying insecticide

In 1996 Auckland’s eastern suburbs were sprayed to rid the area of white-spotted tussock moths before they spread. The caterpillar of this Asian moth is a pest of forest and horticulture trees, causing severe defoliation.

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George Gibbs. 'Insects – overview', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 1-Mar-09
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/insects-overview/10/1