VFT in Massachusetts (6+ hrs sun, 50/50 peat/perlite, tray water 1/4 up pot) caught something overnight. Trap shows dried, shriveled half-circle from hinge upward, as if prey sucked moisture from inside. No hole in trap. Rest of leaf green. Never seen this—is something attacking plants?
Christopher: some insects eject acids, inject venom, or bite/chew to escape. The trap caught something that fought back. One damaged leaf is insignificant; plant will produce more traps.
This is a natural interaction. The plant is fine.
Christopher
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