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Tobacco/geranium bud Worm? #942731

Asked August 17, 2026, 9:47 PM EDT

I’m trying to identify this worm in my garden

Hennepin County Minnesota

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Thanks for the question. It looks like a tobacco bud worm often called a geranium bud worm. It is more red than most but they can be red. Here is a link to more information: https://extension.umn.edu/yard-and-garden-insects/tobacco-budworms

Paul -Master Gardener volunteer

An Ask Extension Expert Replied August 17, 2026, 10:02 PM EDT

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Tobacco/geranium bud Worm? #942731

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