Whats going on with this cuke seedling?

[minu]

Hi,
I need help figuring out what is going on with this cuke seedling. I had 2 seedlings emerge a couple of weeks ago and at first everything seemed to be going fine and then suddenly I see one of them look like something was chewing it up and then leaves started yellowing and almost like they were toughening. Now I see some tiny holes on the 2nd seedling and am afraid it might be going down the same path. I must add that at some point I had moved it from my porch to the garden area and then back again since we have been having some crazy, unpredictable weather.
I have a picture but not sure how to attach it to the post. Could use help on both cuke and pic. attachment fronts

Thanks
Minoti [/img]

[rainbowgardener]

It is helpful to read the introductory section with guidelines and helpful tips and suggestions for new members. The instructions for posting photos are there: https://www.helpfulgardener.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=3724

Moving the plant back and forth might stress it a bit, but wouldn't cause it to be chewed up. Have you looked closely for any insect pest?

If you have soft-bodied insects like aphids a soapy water spray (real SOAP, not detergent/ dishwashing liquid which is harmful to plants) is a good treatment for them. Otherwise a garlic and hot pepper solution spray is good general, organic insect repellant.

[Joyfirst]

I'll tell you, that always happens to my melon and cucumber seedlings, so I gave up. I raise them under the lights untill they have several true leaves or buy the same size seedlings. They become unpalatable to whomever eats them as babies.