πŸͺ² Beetles

Brown Willow Beetle

Galerucella lineola

About Brown Willow Beetle

A small brown beetle that feeds on willow leaves and can cause significant defoliation. Has been used as a biological control agent for purple loosestrife in North America.

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Did You Know?

A close relative was deliberately introduced to North America as biological control for invasive purple loosestrife.

Distribution

Where Brown Willow Beetle can be found

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Peak activity Moderate Low / dormant
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