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August Buzzing: May Beetles Feeding in Tree Canopies

Morning buzzing in August is likely May beetles (Phyllophaga spp.) feeding on oak, hickory, poplar, crabapple leaves. Their C-shaped grubs damage grass roots in early summer. Shine a flashlight to spot them. Grub control at xrl.us/whitegrub.

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