Lyle J. Buss

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Insect Identification Form

Lyle J. Buss

If you find an insect you can't identify, you are welcome to collect a specimen and send it to the UF/IFAS Insect Identification Lab. All specimens must be accompanied by the Insect Identification Lab's Sample Submission Form. This publication includes a fillable pdf of that form. Diagnosis of submitted samples costs $15 per sample, which can be paid via an enclosed check or money order made payable to the University of Florida, or via credit card or Google Pay. Payment is required before a diagnostic report can be provided. The Insect Identification Lab website, https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/InsectID/, provides more information.

Widow Spider Parasitoids Philolema latrodecti (Fullaway) (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Eurytomidae) and Baeus latrodecti Dozier (Insecta: Hymenoptera: Platygastridae)

Christopher S. Bibbs and Lyle J. Buss

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Plant and Pest Diagnosis and Identification Through DDIS

J. Xin, L. Buss, C. Harmon, P. Vergot III, M. Frank, and W. Lester

Leaf-Rolling Weevil, Homoeolabus analis (Illiger) (Coleoptera: Attelabidae: Attelabinae) and Thief Weevil, Pterocolus ovatus Fabricius (Coleoptera: Rhynchitidae: Pterocolinae)

Donald W. Hall and Lyle J. Buss

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids, and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.

Fir Tussock Moth Orgyia detrita Guérin-Méneville, 1831 (Lepidoptera: Erebidae: Lymantriinae)

Donald W. Hall and Lyle Buss

This document provides an in-depth profile of the fir tussock moth (Orgyia detrita), focusing on its distribution, description, life cycle, and medical importance. It details the moth’s larvae, cocoons, pupae, and adult forms, highlighting their unique characteristics and behaviors. The article also discusses the moth’s natural enemies, including predators, pathogens, and parasitoids, and offers control measures for managing infestations. Additionally, it addresses the medical significance of the moth’s urticating hairs, which can cause dermatitis in humans. The document is intended for both laypersons and academic audiences interested in entomology.

Caterpillar Pests of Tiki Huts and Other Thatched Structures

Stephen H. Brown and Lyle J. Buss

The Florida Plant Diagnostic Network

C. L. Harmon, A. Hodges, N. Peres, P. D. Roberts, L. Buss, W. T. Crow, J. Xin, and M. Paret

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Olive Shootworm, Palpita persimilis Munroe (Insecta: Lepidoptera: Crambidae)

James E. Hayden and Lyle J. Buss

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Integrated Pest Management

Termite Species Distribution in Florida and UF Termite Identification Services

Thomas Chouvenc, Rudolf H. Scheffrahn, and Lyle Buss

There are 20 termite species established in Florida, but not all of them have a pest status, and some invasive termite species affect only parts of the state. This publication highlights where each termite species is known to be established, so that Florida residents, pest control companies and UF/IFAS Extension agents can easily learn the termite risk at any given location within the state. It is a companion resource to the online termite distribution map available at https://flrec.ifas.ufl.edu/termites-in-florida/termite-distribution/. The UF/IFAS termite research team provides identification services to ensure proper treatment of infestations. In addition, as some invasive species continue to spread, there is a need to continue reporting termite samples so that various communities across Florida have access to up-to-date knowledge of what termite species have been reported in their respective areas.

Insect Identification Service

Lyle J. Buss

A UF/IFAS numbered Fact Sheet.

Pests and Fungal Organisms Identified on Olives (Olea europaea) in Florida

Jennifer L. Gillett-Kaufman, Sandra A. Allan, Jonael H. Bosques-Mendez, and Lyle J. Buss

A UF/IFAS numbered Management for Commercial audience(s). Published by Integrated Pest Management

Cardin's Whitefly, Metaleurodicus cardini (Back) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae: Aleurodicinae)

Avas B. Hamon, Thomas R. Fasulo and Lyle J. Buss

A UF/IFAS numbered Organism ID. in support of UF/IFAS Extension program: Integrated Pest Management

Plagas y Hongos Identificados en Olivos (Olea europea) en Florida

Jennifer L. Gillett-Kaufman, Sandra A. Allan, Jonael H. Bosques-Méndez, y Lyle J. Buss

The Featured Creatures collection provides in-depth profiles of insects, nematodes, arachnids, and other organisms relevant to Florida. These profiles are intended for the use of interested laypersons with some knowledge of biology as well as academic audiences.