Bagworms on
Juniper. Photo taken July 3, 2000.
Though most common on junipers, bagworms can attack a number of species, such as this oak. Photo taken July 3, 2000.
Bagworms are very small when they hatch out in May.
Bagworm feeding on juniper.
During August, bagworms stop feeding and seal off the top of their bags. Chemical control not possible after they have stoppped feeding.
Adult male bagworm. Adults
emerge in late-August - September.
Adult female bagworm. The female never really looks like a moth; she has no eyes, wings, legs, antennae or functional mouthparts. After laying her eggs, she crawls out of the bag, drops to the ground and dies.