Willow Weevil/Leaf Beetle: ID First, Then Treat

Willow leaves being eaten by black bugs; yard littered with leaves. User saw previous answer about similar issue.

Critical Step

ID the insect first. Collect specimens → garden center or county extension. Wrong ID = wrong treatment.

Don't treat lawn for hibernation—target the tree at right time.

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