Rice Gall Midges
Rice gall midges (Orseolia oryzae) are highly destructive pests in rice-growing regions, particularly across Asia and parts of Africa. These tiny fly-like insects belong to the family Cecidomyiidae…
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Rusty Tussock Moths
Rusty tussock moths are hairy caterpillars that feed on a wide range of plants. The “Vaporer” Defoliator: Rusty Tussock Moths The Rusty Tussock Moth (Orgyia antiqua), also known…
Ringed Plant Bugs
Ringed plant bugs are sap-feeding insects that attack a variety of crops and ornamental plants. The Decorative Sap-Sucker: Ringed Plant Bugs The Ringed Plant Bug (Heterocordylus malinus), also…
Redhumped Caterpillars
Redhumped caterpillars (Schizura concinna) are defoliating pests that feed on a variety of hardwood trees including apple, walnut, and oak. The Gregarious Orchard Defoliator: Redhumped Caterpillar The Redhumped…
Redheaded Pine Sawflies
Redheaded pine sawflies (Neodiprion lecontei) are destructive defoliators of pine trees found throughout North America. Despite their caterpillar-like appearance, they are actually larvae of a wasp-like insect. These…
Rhododendron Lace Bugs
Rhododendron lace bugs are sap-sucking pests that cause stippling and discoloration on ornamental leaves. The “Stippled” Leaf Specialist: Rhododendron Lace Bugs The Rhododendron Lace Bug (Stephanitis rhododendri) is…
Ragweed Beetles
Ragweed beetles are leaf-feeding insects that primarily target ragweed plants but may occasionally affect nearby crops. The Allergy-Fighting Specialist: Ragweed Beetles The Ragweed Beetle (Zygogramma suturalis), also known…
Root Lesion Nematodes
Root lesion nematodes (Pratylenchus spp.) are migratory plant-parasitic nematodes that invade and move through root tissues, creating lesions that weaken plants and allow secondary infections. Unlike root-knot nematodes,…
Root-Knot Nematodes
Root-knot nematodes (Meloidogyne spp.) are microscopic parasitic roundworms that attack plant roots and are among the most economically damaging soil pests worldwide. These nematodes infect a wide range…
Redbanded Leafrollers
Redbanded leafrollers (Argyrotaenia velutinana) are common orchard pests that affect a wide range of fruit trees, ornamental plants, and shrubs. These moth larvae are named for the reddish…