BEWARE THE JAPANESE BEETLE Reel 1 · Part 3

Description

Describes the egg, larva, and pupa stages of the Japanese beetle. Maps the spread of the beetle infestation from New England to the Central States, 1916-1932. Shows beetles feeding on dahlias, grapes, corn, raspberries, peaches, plums, apples, blueberries, cherry trees, a Linden tree and grass roots. Lead arsenate and other compounds are used to kill beetles. Apples are made safe for human consumption by a washing in dilute hydrochloric acid. Describes measures, such as plant quarantine, taken to prevent further spread of the beetle infestation.

Collection

Records of the Extension Service

Series

Motion Picture Films