CATERPILLARS - Caterpillars are butterfly or moth larvae which weaken the tree by feeding on tissue. These pests can do a significant amount of damage to the leaves of a tree if not effectively controlled.

Generally, the easiest method is to pick them off by hand and destroy them or alternatively the application of a contact spray can also be effective.

There are several different types of larvae which are listed separately under: bombycoid moths, goat/leopard moth, leaf-roller, leaf miner, geometer moth, and small ermine moths.