Thomas from Honolulu Hawaii writes
Monterey Fruit Tree & Vegetable Systemic Soil Drench is not labeled for Coconut Palms or for rhino beetles. Unfortunately, we do not carry insecticides or products labeld for rhino beetles as the most effective treatment to controlling them by eliminating the places where they breed and by manually destroying adults and immatures. According to this article by the American Samoa Community College Community & Natural Resources Cooperative Research & Extension Office, the most effective treatmen is by managing the coconut rhinoceros beetle. This involves removing or destroying organic material that supports larval development such as decaying logs and stumps, removing dead palms, and removing piles of leaves and grass. We would recommend contacting your local County Cooperative Extension Office for any information they have on successful treatments for this pest in your area.
Answer last updated on: 11/04/2022
