Pepper, Eggplant: Brown marmorated stink bug categories: Pepper, Eggplant Pepper, Eggplant 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 a wide variety […]
Pepper, Eggplant: Flea beetles categories: Pepper, Eggplant Pepper, Eggplant Insects Vegetables revision date: 2023-04-04 12:00 Adult flea beetle damage on potato leafPhoto 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, and many […]
Pepper, Eggplant: Whitefly categories: Pepper, Eggplant Pepper, Eggplant Insects Vegetables revision date: 2023-04-04 12:00 WhitefliesPhoto 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 disturbed. The […]