When does most feeding by sod webworms occur?

When does most feeding by sod webworms occur?

• A. While webworms are protected in their silken runways
• B. During daylight when exposed
• C. Only at night when flying
• D. Only after frost

Answer: (A)

Most sod webworms feed while hidden in their silken runways. The silk tunnels protect the larvae from light, predators, and desiccation, allowing them to chew on grass blades without exposing themselves. Because they stay in these sheltered runways, the bulk of their feeding occurs while they’re concealed rather than out in the open. They aren’t flying larvae, and frost isn’t a trigger for feeding. So, feeding primarily takes place while they are protected in their silken runways.

Most sod webworms feed while hidden in their silken runways. The silk tunnels protect the larvae from light, predators, and desiccation, allowing them to chew on grass blades without exposing themselves. Because they stay in these sheltered runways, the bulk of their feeding occurs while they’re concealed rather than out in the open. They aren’t flying larvae, and frost isn’t a trigger for feeding. So, feeding primarily takes place while they are protected in their silken runways.