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Characteristic C-shaped white grub larva of flower chafer; feeds on plant roots, compost and other rotting vegetation. Adults nocturnal, attracted to lights, feeding on flowers and foliage
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Characteristic C-shaped white grub larva of flower chafer; feeds on plant roots, compost and other rotting vegetation. Adults nocturnal, attracted to lights, feeding on flowers and foliage
ASW-4391
Characteristic C-shaped white grub larva of flower chafer;
Grahamstown, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Schizonycha sp.
feeds on plant roots, compost and other rotting vegetation. Adults nocturnal, attracted to lights, feeding on flowers and foliage, often damaging garden plants; hide by day in soil or leaf litter.
Alan J. S. Weaving
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Meet the Sneaky Garden Bandit - ASW-4391, the Mischievous C-Shaped Grub!
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. In this print by Alan Weaving, we are introduced to a notorious troublemaker of the garden world. With its characteristic C-shaped body and snowy white appearance, this cheeky larva belongs to the flower chafer family. But don't let its innocent looks fool you! Feasting on plant roots, compost, and decaying vegetation is just one part of ASW-4391's mischievous routine. As night falls, these nocturnal creatures can't resist the allure of bright lights, making them regular visitors to our gardens. Unfortunately for us green thumbs, they often leave behind a trail of damage on our beloved flowers and foliage. But where do they hide during daylight hours? Well, it seems that ASW-4391 has mastered the art of camouflage! Buried deep in soil or concealed beneath leaf litter, these crafty grubs know how to stay out of sight until darkness falls once again. Originating from Grahamstown in South Africa's Eastern Cape region, this scarabaeidae member has gained quite a reputation as an unwanted guest among local gardeners. Despite their pesky nature though, there's no denying that these young larvae make for fascinating subjects in wildlife photography. So next time you spot a mysterious grub wreaking havoc in your garden beds under cover of darkness – remember ASW-4391 and its cunning ways!
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