Complete the identification of locations of gypsy moth populations needing aerial spray in 2000. Mid July Adult gypsy moths emerge. Adults do not feed. Males are brown and fly in zigzag pattern during the day. Females are white and do not fly.
Females begin laying egg masses.
Late July or Early August Year 2000 aerial suppression notification letters sent to residents in proposed spray blocks. Only evidence of gypsy moths are egg masses which will remain until next spring. Mid September John McCain sends Lucas County gypsy moth suppression application to Ohio Department of Agriculture. Late November Ohio Department of Agriculture surveys for gypsy moth egg masses. January Scrape all egg masses you can reach into soapy water and soak for three days or bury them 6-12 inches deep.