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sexxysuee2
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hi just found this pests in my garden can any one identify it and let me know how to get rid of them
thanks
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Not a pest !!!!... you're a very lucky person!!!
That is the caterpillar of the beautiful Elephant Hawk Moth ... it's on the ground looking for a place where it can pupate and become an adult, reappearing next year.
http://www.uksafari.com/elephanthm.htm
Just leave it alone to get on with things and it'll be fine
Last edited: 06 August 2017 12:30:52
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
Thank you was not sure will leave it alone ?
NO! Please don't do that! The caterpillar is on the ground because it is ready to pupate and is looking for a place with the right conditions. It knows what it needs.
It does not need to be in a jam jar!
Good practice is to leave wildlife alone if it is healthy and not in danger.
Last edited: 07 August 2017 06:47:35
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.