beet sprouts in the garden

Question

What eats the tops off of the beets when they sprout?

Answer 1

There could be a number on insects, rodents, rabbits and even slugs can devour your seedlings.
Here are some links with more information.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/kill-garden-slugs.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/keep-rabbits-out-of-gardens.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/row-covers-for-garden-plants.htm