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Insects & Pests

For more information on these and other horticultural topics, call or visit your local Extension office. You can also email your questions directly to Bobby Fletcher at bhfletcher@agcenter.lsu.edu.

511 Roussell Street (70360) · Houma, LA · 70361
Phone: (985) 873-6495 · Fax: (985) 850-4620

Azalea Pest
Azalea lace bugs are a leading pest of azaleas and already are active. A small insect, the lace bug attacks azalea foliage, causing it to become stippled with small white dots.

Citrus Rust Mites
Several clients have recently called about round oranges turning brown to black recently. After further inspection, it appears that these oranges have rust mite damage causing them to turn brown.

Bagworms in Landscapes

During summer months we will see bagworms (Thyridopteryx ephemeraeformis) hanging on the branches of ornamental plants in area landscapes.

Protecting Yourself from West Nile Virus While Gardening
West Nile Virus (WNV) is a virus disease of humans and animals that is usually transmitted by mosquitoes. Mosquitoes obtain the virus when they bite infected birds, which is where the virus is maintained by nature. WNV is closely related to St. Louis encephalitis, but it normally causes a milder disease in people.