What kind of pest?

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Mon, Jun 10, 13 at 17:19

Found these two babies this afternoon. Not entirely sure what kind of pest eats like this? I am not seeing anything on the plant.

My biggest fear is horned caterpillars! Had a bunch last year, but they were going after the leaves.

Any ideas?

Thanks!

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Posted by Newatthis22 none (My Page) on
Mon, Jun 10, 13 at 17:20

It's a grape tomato plant if that helps at all! It's in the very back and surrounded by bigger tomato plants, and I am not seeing any damage on other tomatoes!

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Posted by digdirt 6 -7 AR (My Page) on
Mon, Jun 10, 13 at 18:08

Hornworms also eat fruit - just like that. But so do other things - birds if they have access, if low to the ground then squirrels or turtles.

You don't indicate your location or zone (please do when you post) but here the hornworms have started so they may be there too.

Dave

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Posted by Newatthis22 5 (My Page) on
Mon, Jun 10, 13 at 18:38

Oops! Sorry! Central Iowa here.

I've been on this hunt for the hornworms for sure. I haven't seen any yet. I did find some bird "presents" close by, I just ruled them out because they would have to sit on my deck behind my raised bed to get to them!

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