Black turfgrass Ataenius beetle
Damage caused by the Black turfgrass Ataenius beetles
Grubs of Black turfgrass Ataenius beetles Ataenius spretulus mainly feed on root system all the species of turfgrass but most damage is prevalent on cool season turf grasses. In case of severe infestation, patches of dead grasses are seen on the lawns and golf courses. Adults of black turfgrass Ataenius beetles do not cause damage to any plant parts.
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- Identification
- Biology
- Organic Control of the Asiatic Garden Beetle
- Beneficial Nematodes
- Plant product from neem tree seeds