Siberian silk moth

Scientific name: Dendrolimus sibiricus

Redness: 40-80 mm

Origin: Russia and restricted areas in north Kazajistan, Mongolia, China and Korea

Name (ES): Polilla de la seda siberiana

Description:


A major defoliator of conifer forest masses, the larvae feed on acicles. Conifers include pine, fir and cypress trees. The impact from infestation can lead to death or extreme weakening in hosts.

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