Japanese Beetle Invasion.

larryinlc · 07-05-2012, 11:50 AM

It wasn't hard to see that something has been chomping away at the leaves. Time for action. So, a trap and three weeks later, the results are incredible. A small snapshot of what's been collected so for. 24 quart bags full like these photos show in only 3 weeks. I can see now how a bug, in numbers, can destroy vegetation quickly.

Larry

Blak Smyth · 07-05-2012, 11:51 AM

Good lord that is insane!

area51 · 07-05-2012, 12:01 PM

Woah

Stephen · 07-05-2012, 12:20 PM

Is it wrong that I was hoping to open this thread and see something like this?

CigarNut · 07-05-2012, 12:25 PM

What kind of leaves were they chomping at? What kind of traps did you use?

T.G · 07-05-2012, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by CigarNut

What kind of leaves were they chomping at?
What kind of traps did you use?

Probably hallucinogenic.
Yoko Ono brand traps.

363 · 07-05-2012, 12:32 PM

.. thats crazy!

larryinlc · 07-05-2012, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by CigarNut

What kind of leaves were they chomping at? What kind of traps did you use?

Mostly Apple trees and trap used is the Tanglefoot Beetle trap.

bobarian · 07-05-2012, 12:45 PM

Mmm, they look tasty!

Blak Smyth · 07-05-2012, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by bobarian

Mmm, they look tasty!

Right!?! I was thinking they would steep nice in a french press.

Chainsaw13 · 07-05-2012, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Blak Smyth

Right!?! I was thinking they would steep nice in a french press.

I was thinking deep fried then tossed with some cayenne and lime juice.

pnoon · 07-05-2012, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Chainsaw13

I was thinking deep fried then tossed with some cayenne and lime juice.

On second thought, pass the balut.

larryinlc · 07-05-2012, 01:54 PM

I think the problem with these traps though is they not only attract the locals, they also get the out of towners from across the street looking for a free lunch

maninblack · 07-05-2012, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Stephen

Is it wrong that I was hoping to open this thread and see something like this?

I was thinking the same thing.

IBQTEE1 · 07-05-2012, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

On second thought, pass the balut.

I agree Peter!!

Chainsaw13 · 07-05-2012, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

On second thought, pass the balut.

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Originally Posted by IBQTEE1

I agree Peter!!

Had to look it up. I'll stick to the fried beetles.

CigarNut · 07-05-2012, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

On second thought, pass the balut.

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Originally Posted by IBQTEE1

I agree Peter!!

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Originally Posted by Chainsaw13

I was thinking deep fried then tossed with some cayenne and lime juice.

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Originally Posted by Chainsaw13

Had to look it up. I'll stick to the fried beetles.

You people can keep the balut and the beetles... I'd rather have some Sushi

ArgusP2 · 07-05-2012, 04:32 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

On second thought, pass the balut.

I'll bring one just for you!!!

IBQTEE1 · 07-05-2012, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

On second thought, pass the balut.

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Originally Posted by ArgusP2

I'll bring one just for you!!!

Make sure you take pics Angel!!

Silound · 07-06-2012, 07:55 AM

Funny thing, those beetles avoid Louisiana because we're host to a large population of stink bugs, which are natural predators of Japanese Beetles.

Some research indicates that any sort of baited trap apparently will attract more to the area than they will catch (worsening the effect). A ground spread or spray on your lawn that kills larva in late July and early August will actually help kill them off.

Only thing I can think of is to wrap them between two sticks with a spiderweb and find an ogre to befriend

07-05-2012, 11:50 AM	#1
larryinlc Angry Packer Fan Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Larry Location: Starvalley Posts: 325 Trading: (15)	Japanese Beetle Invasion. It wasn't hard to see that something has been chomping away at the leaves. Time for action. So, a trap and three weeks later, the results are incredible. A small snapshot of what's been collected so for. 24 quart bags full like these photos show in only 3 weeks. I can see now how a bug, in numbers, can destroy vegetation quickly. Larry

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larryinlc Angry Packer Fan Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Larry Location: Starvalley Posts: 325 Trading: (15)	Re: Japanese Beetle Invasion. I think the problem with these traps though is they not only attract the locals, they also get the out of towners from across the street looking for a free lunch

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Silound ex-CS Swamp Gorilla Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Somewhere in a swamp, south of sanity Posts: 802 Trading: (15)	Re: Japanese Beetle Invasion. Funny thing, those beetles avoid Louisiana because we're host to a large population of stink bugs, which are natural predators of Japanese Beetles. Some research indicates that any sort of baited trap apparently will attract more to the area than they will catch (worsening the effect). A ground spread or spray on your lawn that kills larva in late July and early August will actually help kill them off. Only thing I can think of is to wrap them between two sticks with a spiderweb and find an ogre to befriend __________________ Back in black, and better than ever! You can't keep a good gorilla down! LSU Geaux Tigers!