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Processionary caterpillars: titmice, a solution to combat their proliferation
Processionary caterpillars: titmice, a solution to combat their proliferation
(France 2)
The titmouse can eat up to 400 caterpillars per day. A means of combating processionary caterpillars, which was notably used in a park in Antibes, in the Alpes-Maritimes.
The titmouse would be the ultimate weapon against processionary caterpillars. It can eat up to 400 caterpillars per day. In the Semboules park in Antibes (Alpes-Maritimes), with an area of 20 hectares, there are no caterpillars in the pines. The danger is however well known by dog owners, but especially by parents who have them in the garden. Pheromone traps, removal of cocoons: different methods have been used to get rid of processionary caterpillars.
Other factors may explain their disappearance
To attract the right tit, you must respect certain criteria. A resident explains that the hole in the nest box must have a very specific diameter, because each diameter corresponds to a species. Result: there are no longer any caterpillars in the park. Several other factors can explain the disappearance of processionary caterpillars, such as global warming. So, everyone remains vigilant about his possible return.
