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Tenielle Jordison

Bare patches on your lawn? It could be leather jackets – experts share how to get rid of these pests

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A recent influx of videos across social media has brought leather jackets to many gardeners' attention. The larvae of crane flies, known as leather jackets, can be damaging to lawns and are worth dealing with as soon as possible to avoid further damage.

If you're keeping on top of your lawn care but find your lawn is yellow still, leather jackets could be the problem. These pests feed on grass roots, causing dead and discolored patches. That's why it's important to deal with this pest problem to ensure your lawn doesn't become further damaged.

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