Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash: Brown marmorated stink bug categories: Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash Insects Vegetables revision date: 2023-04-04 12:00 Brown marmorated stink bug adultPhoto by: M. Bush Biology The brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) is an introduced pest species from Asia that is spreading quickly across the United States. Nymphs and adults feed on […]
Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash: Slugs categories: Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash Insects Vegetables revision date: 2022-12-07 12:00 Slug damage and slimePhoto by: R.S. Byther Biology Slugs are common garden pests in western Washington. They resemble snails, but lack shells. They may vary in size from as little as 1⁄4″ up to several inches in length, […]
Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash: Spider mites categories: Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash Insects Vegetables revision date: 2023-04-04 12:00 Spider mites under microscopePhoto by: L.K. Tanigoshi Biology Spider mites are tiny, eight-legged mites which range in color from yellowish to green or red. They typically feed on the underside of leaves, causing a yellowish to bronze […]
Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash: Squash bug categories: Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash Insects Vegetables revision date: 2023-04-04 12:00 Squash bug adult and nymphsPhoto by: Unknown Biology The squash bug attacks squash, pumpkin, melons, and related crops. Adults are typically dark brown, but may have gray or light brown markings. They are about 3⁄4″ long at […]
Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash: Western spotted cucumber beetle categories: Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash Cucumber, Pumpkin, Squash Insects Vegetables revision date: 2023-04-04 12:00 Western spotted cucumber beetlePhoto by: K. Grey Biology The western spotted cucumber beetle is a pest of many ornamentals and vegetables. About 1⁄4″ long, the adult beetles have yellow wing covers with black spots. The […]