Insects (?) Eating Peach Fruit - Ask Extension
Something has been eating my peaches. Here's a photo of the damage. I saw ants and also a true bug while I was thinning them. What are they and how ...
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Insects (?) Eating Peach Fruit #468429
Asked July 07, 2018, 7:44 PM EDT
Something has been eating my peaches. Here's a photo of the damage. I saw ants and also a true bug while I was thinning them. What are they and how should I treat the tree?
El Paso County Colorado
Expert Response
Thank you for your question. The Extension Agent suggested squirrels might be eating your peaches. When I look at pictures on the internet (fruit eaten by squirrels), the patter is very similar. See below - information about ways to protect your trees from squirrel damage. Also, if you have bird feeders in your yard you may wish to consider removing them temporarily.