Gypsy Moth Control
Gypsy Moth Control when you need it. Licensed professionals in spraying for Gypsy Moth Caterpillars and Moths.
The Gypsy Moth has destroyed over 600,000 hectares of surfaces of trees in Ontario this year alone.
ControllingOntario Gypsy Moths
Gypsy Moths have been a reoccuring problem in Ontario for quite some time. Arriving in Ontario about 50 years ago, the hairy 5 cm long caterpillar, can cause extensive damage to trees and an annoyance to humans. While they generally have a surge in populations every 10 years, the past few seasons have been unbearable. The trick to controlling these pesky caterpillars lies in early spring. At that time the egg masses can be controlled (sprayed or removed) prior to the Gypsy Moth Caterpillar emerging. After that, we can control the Gypsy Moth Caterpillars using a safe application of pesticide to ensure trees remain relatively free of infestation.
Eradication
Controlling the Gypsy Moth Caterpillar begins in early spring with the removal of eggs. If this does not happen then we will begin spraying of young caterpillars in May and June, followed by further spraying in July and August.
Remove Eggs
Early Spring Spraying and Removal to Control Caterpillars
Spraying
Spraying commences early summer and can continue until late August
Adult
Controlling the Adult Gypsy Moth involves a variety of methods
Gypsy Moth Control
What Are Gypsy Moths?
The name "Gypsy Moth" comes from its ability to easily travel from place to place by attaching eggs to variuos objects. This is evident in the shear numbers of Gypsy Moths that have invaded Ontario since the 1970's when they first appeared. The moths are found mainly in Ontario, Quebec, and the Martimes but have also been found in every Province throughout Canada.
Should I be Worried?
The Gypsy Moths themselves are not of particular concern, although they can be annoying! It's the larve (caterpillars) that are of greatest concern as one single Gypsy Moth Caterpillar can eat, on average, up to one square metre of leaves. They are a concern to trees but also to wildlife that feed on nuts and other droppings from the trees. Deer for example feed on acorns for nutrition to survive Ontario's harsh winters and, without this, may perish.
Getting Rid of Gypsy Moths:
The Gypsy Moth Caterpillar spreads easily and can be carried by the wind for a distance of up to one kilometre. The egg masses however, are of greatest concern. They can easily hide on ojects such as vehicles, tents, trailers, or even lawn chairs to infest new areas. In fact, the original Gypsy Moths appear to have travelled to Canada on Russian freighters 50 years ago.
In order to control Gypsy Moths we utilize selective biological insecticides that control caterpillars. These insecticides cause the caterpillar to stop feeding and do not affect other insects, mammals, birds or fish.
The name "Gypsy Moth" comes from its ability to easily travel from place to place by attaching eggs to variuos objects. This is evident in the shear numbers of Gypsy Moths that have invaded Ontario since the 1970's when they first appeared. The moths are found mainly in Ontario, Quebec, and the Martimes but have also been found in every Province throughout Canada.
Should I be Worried?
The Gypsy Moths themselves are not of particular concern, although they can be annoying! It's the larve (caterpillars) that are of greatest concern as one single Gypsy Moth Caterpillar can eat, on average, up to one square metre of leaves. They are a concern to trees but also to wildlife that feed on nuts and other droppings from the trees. Deer for example feed on acorns for nutrition to survive Ontario's harsh winters and, without this, may perish.
Getting Rid of Gypsy Moths:
The Gypsy Moth Caterpillar spreads easily and can be carried by the wind for a distance of up to one kilometre. The egg masses however, are of greatest concern. They can easily hide on ojects such as vehicles, tents, trailers, or even lawn chairs to infest new areas. In fact, the original Gypsy Moths appear to have travelled to Canada on Russian freighters 50 years ago.
In order to control Gypsy Moths we utilize selective biological insecticides that control caterpillars. These insecticides cause the caterpillar to stop feeding and do not affect other insects, mammals, birds or fish.
