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Last year while working under a tree in my yard I noticed patches of bugs on the underside of a limb. Just now the same tree, same limb, same 2 spots ...
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Same bug, same places, this year and last #907869
Asked June 30, 2025, 2:33 PM EDT
Last year while working under a tree in my yard I noticed patches of bugs on the underside of a limb. Just now the same tree, same limb, same 2 spots on the limb, the same bug. Can you help me identify it and suggest treatments if needed, please.
Todd County Kentucky
Expert Response
Hello Beth,
These insects are barklice. They are not considered a pest and are likely eating plant material such as leaves or bark that is breaking down. Here is a link to an article from Clemson Extension on barklice. https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/barklice/
Have a great day!
Robby
