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| Number of yearly generations: 1 |
| Adult: European Crane Fly |
| Area of plant attacked: Roots,crown,stem,leaves |
| Damage:Leatherjacket larvae begin to feed in the fall and early winter. Damage will be noticeable in the spring as they reach their maximum length. Brown and dead areas of turf which can easily be lifted due to root damage. On warm spring nights larvae can often be found at the soil surface where they feed on grass blades and stems. |
| Control: The best defense against insect damage is a healthy lawn. At present there are no registered products for control of Leatherjackets in home lawns. During the evening when the larvae move to the surface to feed, they can be raked up and placed in a bucket of soapy water. Contact your Bobby Lawn Care Professional for proper diagnosis. |
