Identification of Insect Pests

S. Futch , , and
Other Contacts: Michael Rogers

Release Date: 7/5/2026

DOI: 10.32473/EDIS-hs142-2002

Agriculture

Abstract

The insects discussed in this article are sporadic pests of Florida citrus and may be found on many alternate hosts in or near citrus plantings. These pests rarely need treatment with pesticides unless populations become excessive due to weather conditions or pesticide upsets. Where treatment is necessary, growers should apply only spot treatment of infested areas.

About this Publication

This document is HS-893, one of a series of the Department of Horticultural Sciences, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date August 2002. Revised April 2009, April 2018, March 2023, and March 2026. Visit the Ask IFAS website at https://ask.ifas.ufl.edu/ for the currently supported version of this publication.

How to Cite

Futch, S. H., Childers, C. C., & McCoy, C. W. (1969). Identification of Insect Pests. EDIS, 2002(9). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-hs142-2002

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S. Futch

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Extension agent IV emeritus, Ph.D., citrus (multicounty), UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center

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C. Childers

professor emeritus (deceased); Department of Horticultural Sciences; UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center

C. McCoy

professor emeritus (deceased); Department of Entomology and Nematology; UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center

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Michael Rogers

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