Pepper, Eggplant: Brown marmorated stink bug Categories: Pepper, Eggplant Pepper, Eggplant Insects Vegetables Last review date: 2026-09-29 06:57 Brown marmorated stink bug adult Photo 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 a […]
Pepper, Eggplant: Flea beetles Categories: Pepper, Eggplant Pepper, Eggplant Insects Vegetables Last review date: 2026-09-29 06:57 Adult flea beetle damage on potato leaf Photo by: Unknown Biology Flea beetles are small, brown to metallic black beetles with a habit of jumping like fleas when disturbed. They feed on many plants including beets, kale, collards, radish, […]
Pepper, Eggplant: Whitefly Categories: Pepper, Eggplant Pepper, Eggplant Insects Vegetables Last review date: 2026-09-29 06:57 Whiteflies Photo by: R.D. Akre Biology Whiteflies are common pests in the greenhouse and garden. The adult whitefly is a tiny (1/10″ or less), white, moth-like insect. They typically feed on the underside of leaves, flying up in clouds when […]