Solved what is partially nobbling my plant leaves?

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  1. karaman

    karaman Gardener

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    hallo,

    what is eating my plant leaves -- it aint slugs -- leaves affected sofar are ornamental plant and baytree but there are others -- doesnt eat all the leaves, picks a few and moves on to an other plant so it seems seems to be a universal pest - cant see any eggs or creepy-crawlies, only the result of its leaf-dinner

    any ideas?

    thanks, karaman plant_prob1.jpg
     
  2. Janet mahay

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    Hi not to sure but look at this site
    www.saferbrand.com › articles › whats-eating-plantsGarden Guide: What's Eating My Plants? - Safer® Brand
    Since you rarely see the pest that is eating your plants, you often have to decide upon a treatment by observing the damage done. Here are the most common culprits
    Also Problems with insect pests and diseases aren’t as common with indoor houseplants as outside plants, but they still do occur and may result in the leaves turning brown in localized spots or patches. Insects: Brown spots on leaves occurs when plants are infested with insects such as scale, mealybugs, spider mites, and aphids.
    Why Do Indoor Plant Leaves Turn Brown? (And 7 Solutions
    smartgardenguide.com/why-do-indoor-plant-leaves-turn-brown/
     
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    @karaman Just wondering; are all plants in the same area? Near a sunny window?
    Photos of other affected plants/leaves would help.
     
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    Wondering if it's water damage, do the leaves get wet and then does it get get hot? They look to be in a greenhouse with bubble wrap?
     
  5. karaman

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    hallo all, not water damage, defenite a critter-nobble: have looked at website given by janet and i think i've found the answer, its earwigs --- and since only a few leaves are affected, i shall let them be themselves -- yes nigelj other plants are also affected in other parts of the garden but again only slightly so lasting damage done: i was just being a nerd in wanting to know the critter involved
    thanks to all replies, happy gardening! Karaman
     
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