Bug ID

[helomech]

Not sure if this is the proper place for this, but maybe somoene can help me. What type of bug is this and is it good or bad for a garden.

[Vodin]

OK a can research it for ya. What type of plant is it on? Are those eggs and a 6 legged black critter?

[helomech]

It is on a Roma tomatoe plant, yes it is eggs. The bugs have a black head and a bright green abdomen. I can't figure out how to look them up.

Thanks.

[Vodin]

I believe they are a type of Aphid. Read this and try what he suggests for aphid attraction. : )

Jim Long's Columns: Tomato Beds

[Sniper-T]

definately an aphid. an they will strip your plants bare. get some chemicals, or if you are adverse to that, Ladybugs.

[helomech]

Thanks guys, can't use any chemicals this is in the aquaponics system. Don't want to kill the fish.

[Grumpy Old Man]

Praying Mantis also work well, and they are fun to watch!

[helomech]

Praying Mantis also work well, and they are fun to watch!

Yeah, but they scare the sh8t out of me. I can handle all snakes, scorpion, spiders, anything but a praying mantis. I am sure they could kill me.

[carolinasurvivalist]

Soapy water sprayed from a spray bottle will give you some control. The soap strips the waxy outer layer(cuticle) off causing them to dry out. couple drops in an old windex bottle, fill with water, shake, let settle then spray those nasty critters down

[helomech]

thanks