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Multiplying in the Garden: Green Peach Aphid

by Jonael Bosques
January 28, 2019

They are tiny, but their power lies in numbers. These insect pests are born pregnant, and can reproduce out of control in a short time. This column is dedicated to a common pest called the green peach aphid, Myzus persicae. This pest ... READ MORE

Category: Agriculture, Crops, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension,
Tags: Agriculture, Aphid, Extension, Garden, Gardening, Green, Horticulture, Integrated Pest Management, IPM, Pests, Small Insects, UF-IFAS

Rover Ants in Your Neighborhood

by Kevin O'Horan
June 5, 2015

Dark Rover Ants (Brachymyrmex patagonicus) are an introduced nuisance ant species that can be found throughout the Southeastern United States. These very small brown ants, ranging in size from 1-3mm, live in colonies built in the soil. These ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS Extension, Wildlife
Tags: Ants, Flying Ants, Pests, Rover Ants, Small Insects, UF-IFAS

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