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Bagrada hilaris infestation (mostly immatures) - Bagrada hilaris
Copyright © 2009 Ron Hemberger

Bagrada hilaris infestation (mostly immatures) - Bagrada hilaris
Peters Canyon, Orange, Orange County, California, USA
June 16, 2009
This aggressive import is now rapidly spreading through Peters Canyon Regional Park. First, it appeared to be confined to mustard, but is now on other plants. In a few square feet, I saw dozens today, of various instars. This is a sampling.

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Contributed by Ron Hemberger on 16 June, 2009 - 9:17pm
Last updated 17 June, 2009 - 6:17pm

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