What is this bug and will it hurt my garden? - Ask Extension
These bugs are in my garden. What are they? Are they harmful to my plants? If so is there a non-pesticide control strategy?
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What is this bug and will it hurt my garden? #873060
Asked June 13, 2024, 11:43 PM EDT
These bugs are in my garden. What are they? Are they harmful to my plants? If so is there a non-pesticide control strategy?
Jackson County Oregon
Expert Response
I'm not a bug expeert, but it looks very much like a form of damsel bug. They can be shining black; ithas the requisite number of legs and antennae which aappear segmented. Fortunately, it is a predator on other bugs, so your plants should be safe. keep a close watch
