Oak Loopers Defoliating Massachusetts Oaks: Natural Pruning, Support Recovery

Massachusetts: small green worms (1/2–5/8") eating oak leaves, some hanging on webs.

Identification: Oak Loopers

Moth caterpillars that can defoliate oaks/hardwoods.

Healthy trees usually recover and often look better after this "natural pruning."

No spraying needed.

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