Common Caterpillar Pests of Vegetables Identification Keys

This section is an identification key to common caterpillar pests of vegetables. Caterpillars, the immature forms of butterflies and moths, are common pests of vegetable crops. Caterpillars attack plants throughout their development, and may attack almost any plant part, including stems, leaves and fruit. Caterpillars come in many sizes and colors. Identifications should be confirmed once an identification has been made.

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Last Update: July 2001
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