Term: Blister Beetle

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blister beetle pestBlister beetles are long and narrow in shape and can be black, brown, striped, or metallic green. They love to feed on the leaves of tomatoes, potatoes, melons, carrots, cabbage, peas, squash and eggplants. However, the larvae are helpful in the garden because they eat grasshopper eggs. If populations get too large, hand pick adult beetles (wear gloves!) and drop in soapy water. Row covers will provide preventative care from infestations.

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