Stink Bugs On Lime Tree

Discussion in 'Citrus' started by edleigh7, Oct 16, 2007.

  1. edleigh7

    edleigh7 Well-Known Member

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    I have these bugs on my Tahitian Lime. Recently I had a tree fall on my lime and reduced it by half. I have just noticed all these stink bugs on there. They don't "appear" to be doing any damage. Should I just leave them there or are they secretly and slowly destroying my lime? Thanks in advance

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  2. skeeterbug

    skeeterbug Active Member

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    I don't know much about the stink bugs you have in Australia, but the ones we have here suck juice out of tomatoes and many other fruit and veggies--although I have never seen them on citrus. There is a good bug that looks similar-- the assasin bug-- the larval stage is even more similar-- the only difference is the legs.

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    Thanks Skeet...I'll try and get some photos this arvo and post them

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