What are they? - Knowledgebase Question

Riverside, CA
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Question by drdiva
May 22, 2007
I have white caterpillar worm looking insects in my soil. What are they? Is this normal? If not, what should I do about it.


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Answer from NGA
May 22, 2007
They sound like grubs, which are larvae of beetles. Birds love them so if you're digging a garden bed and uncover some, the birds will have a feast. Unless there's a huge population of grubs in any one area of your garden, they're not anything to worry about. A huge population can munch the roots of your lawn or other plants and cause significant damage. If this is the case, there are controls available at your local garden center.

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