Gypsy Moth

Where did the gypsy moth originally come from?

• France

• United States

• Northeast

• Georgia

Which trees are considered favored host species by the gypsy moth?

• Hickory, maple, and cherry

• Oak, apple, and birch

• Larch, sassafras, and hornbean

• Cottonwood, elm, and blackgum

What is a less favored host species for the gypsy moth?

• Oak

• Maple

• Willow

• Sweetgum

What kind of damage do gypsy moth larvae cause?

• Widespread defoliation

• Root rot

• Soil erosion

• Leaf discoloration

What are the physical characteristics of older gypsy moth larvae?

• Brownish-gray with tufts of hair and colored spots

• Green with yellow spots

• Black with white stripes

• Red with blue dots

What is the length of mature gypsy moth larvae?

• 2 to 3 inches

• 1.5 to 2.5 inches

• 0.5 to 1 inch

• 1 to 1.5 inches

What color are adult male gypsy moths?

• Black

• Light brown

• White

• Dark brown

During what months do gypsy moth larvae emerge and feed?

• March to June

• April to July

• June to July

• May to August

How long does pupation last for gypsy moths?

• 3 weeks

• 4 weeks

• 2 weeks

• 1 week

Where do females deposit their egg masses?

• On the ground

• Under rocks and on various man-made structures

• In the tree canopy

• Inside tree bark