Fall Armyworm
Spodoptera frugiperda

About Fall Armyworm
Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) is a turf pest found in Middle Tennessee. This pest can damage ornamental plants and turfgrass in our region. Early identification and targeted treatment are key to protecting your landscape investment.
Fall Armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) is a turf pest commonly found in Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Turf Pests identification guide.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we encounter Fall Armyworm regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward effective pest management that protects both your turf and your landscape plantings.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Fall Armyworm
- Scientific Name
- Spodoptera frugiperda
- Category
- Turf Pest
- Region
- Middle Tennessee