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Extension Entomology

Chinch Bugs

–by Dr. Jeff Whitworth and Dr. Holly Schwarting

Chinch bug populations are rapidly increasing in north central Kansas.  Until now, only adults have been detected, but that has now changed.  Very small nymphs (see pic) are starting to hatch and can now be found feeding behind leaf collars at the base of plants.  Adults (see pic) are still mating so chinch bug populations should be increasing for at least another month.  For more information on chinch bug biology and control, please visit:  http://www.bookstore.ksre.ksu.edu/pubs/MF3107.pdf

chinch bug numphs

 

chinch bug adults

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