Rhizotrogus majalis
The European chafer is a small golden-tan to light brown June beetle. It is oval in shape, and about ½ inch long. The larva or grub is found in the soil. It is "C"-shaped, about ¾ inch long, grayish-white with a brown head, a strong set of jaws and 6 legs (3-pairs). Adult beetles emerge during the months of June and July. The grub stage is very destructive to turf. This insect occurs in VT.
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