Getting rid of a fern pest

I have a fern that is similar to a Crows Nest; however, the leaves do not curl. They are very dark green and throw a “I will say flower” long stem that appears to have brown spores. Best I can describe it. A pest is eating the foliage. I have tried just about everything on the market, still something is attacking this plant. Would you please advise what I can do to eradicate this pest? Every night I wrap a light weight lace curtain over the plant, and if for some reason I forget, well this beastly bug has a good dinner.

Many thanks
Mrs K Kemp P

S I cannot show you a photo, I am not computer literate. KK

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 02/26/2017 @ 7:39 pm

This could be slugs or snails, if you are not able to see the pests. Slugs come in the night and can devour plants.
Here is a link with more information.
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If it is another type of pest, Neem Oil is a good treatment.
Neem Oil is safe for people, pets and bees.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm ^[2]

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