If You Find Skunks in Your Backyard You May Have Grubs
Grubs pose no risk to people, but they can damage your lawn. Do not be scared of grubs because they can easily be sloughed off. The most important thing for you to do is to monitor your lawn for unusual scenarios so that you will know exactly when to get rid of your uninvited guests.
So where do grubs come from anyway? Grubs are whitish in color, with dark, yellowish-brown heads and have three pairs of legs. White grubs are labeled as June Bugs because they surface from the pupal stage or from their cocoons in the soil in the latter part of the month of June. The eggs of the adult beetles hatch into small grubs near the end of July until the beginning part of September.
In the fall when the grubs have grown larger they consume large amounts of roots, and that is when grubs become destructive to your lawn and if not controlled or eliminated, they will become an infestation in your garden. You will not easily spot them at first because they hide about 12 inches beneath the soil surface to protect themselves from the snowy winter.
When you see skunks sauntering through your yard, then you definitely have grubs underneath your garden. Skunks or raccoons may show up in your lawn to hunt for grubs so keep an eye out for them. A professional will be able to fill you in on all the latest techniques and lawn treatment programs used to rid your yard of grubs.
If you cannot control the spread of grubs in your garden, contact your local pest control agency expeditiously to assist you in getting rid of your grub problems. With a little bit of patience and a lot of vigilance, you can protect your yard from grubs and guarantee a beautiful lawn and garden for your home.
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