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The Insect and Spider Identification discussion forum at Dave's Garden. Do you have a mysterious critter in your garden? Post your question and any facts or observations about your bug, as well as a picture of the insect, butterfly or spider to be identified, if possible...… Read More
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Spider Mites?
started by HelloMissMary
last post by HelloMissMaryApr 27, 20157Apr 27, 2015 -
Tent caterpillars destroying baptisias
started by caitlinsgarden
last post by trackinsandApr 23, 20157Apr 23, 2015 -
Bedroom Bug ID
started by neefman
last post by greenthumb99Mar 29, 20157Mar 29, 2015 -
CLOSED: large blue fly
started by Sanuye
last post by SanuyeNov 19, 20147Nov 19, 2014 -
CLOSED: my cat found this scorpion would like to find out what kind
started by aharrington9326
last post by kwanjinSep 28, 20147Sep 28, 2014 -
Spider ID Sarajevo
started by anre
last post by themoonhowlSep 07, 20147Sep 07, 2014 -
Meyer lemon tree problem & butterfly weed problem
started by mrsmerc
last post by GardenGrammyAug 28, 20147Aug 28, 2014 -
Tomato Hornworm EggsWhite fuzzy cocoons?
started by bluemerle
last post by FlapdoodleJul 06, 20147Jul 06, 2014 -
CLOSED: Bugs on Ninebark Blossom
started by HelloMissMary
last post by HelloMissMaryMay 05, 20147May 05, 2014 -
Insect Pupae ID
started by birder17
last post by birder17Nov 08, 20137Nov 08, 2013
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CLOSED: Bug Infestation in apartment - Bed bug or not?
started by bittengirl
last post by bittengirlOct 05, 20137Oct 05, 2013 -
CLOSED: ants
started by Weerobin
last post by WeerobinSep 08, 20137Sep 08, 2013 -
CLOSED: What's this insect?
started by deadmanswill
last post by deadmanswillSep 05, 20137Sep 05, 2013 -
CLOSED: One more if you don't mind
started by davefrance
last post by davefranceJul 29, 20137Jul 29, 2013 -
What is this fly doing - water blob
started by Dinu
last post by KyWoodsJul 24, 20137Jul 24, 2013 -
CLOSED: Is this a brown recluse?
started by Asfasa
last post by TerryJun 22, 20137Jun 22, 2013 -
CLOSED: Mostly black caterpillar?
started by vitrsna
last post by vitrsnaSep 28, 20127Sep 28, 2012 -
Please identify this hand sized (same as an iPhone) Spider!
started by frooty
last post by kwanjinSep 17, 20127Sep 17, 2012 -
CLOSED: what kind of beetle is this ?
started by Bharat_Sanghavi
last post by RosinaBloomSep 15, 20127Sep 15, 2012 -
CLOSED: Is this a hoverfly?
started by lynnekp
last post by kwanjinSep 08, 20127Sep 08, 2012
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CLOSED: Can anyone identify this insect?
started by riseoflegends
last post by trackinsandSep 03, 20127Sep 03, 2012 -
please identify this spider
started by spiderman123456
last post by FlapdoodleAug 18, 20127Aug 18, 2012 -
CLOSED: Spider identification (FL)
started by Nooblet86
last post by Nooblet86Aug 12, 20127Aug 12, 2012 -
CLOSED: Anyone know what this is on my butterfly weed.
started by Sipa
last post by themoonhowlAug 10, 20127Aug 10, 2012 -
My Husband is keeping this Large Brown Spider as a pet!!!
started by ladypapgh
last post by kwanjinAug 07, 20127Aug 07, 2012 -
Black Eggs Falling From Ceiling???
started by tunamarie
last post by kwanjinAug 02, 20127Aug 02, 2012 -
CLOSED: beetle/bug id with no picture
started by trackinsand
last post by trackinsandJun 13, 20127Jun 13, 2012 -
Anyone Know The Species?
started by wildbilled
last post by Sheila_FWJun 04, 20127Jun 04, 2012 -
Please tell me if this guy is harmful?
started by WiccanMommy
last post by FlapdoodleMay 07, 20127May 07, 2012 -
Little bug I found on my cucumber plant
started by nellian
last post by LadyAshleyRApr 30, 20127Apr 30, 2012
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CLOSED: PLEASEPLEASEPLEASEPLEASEPLEASE HELP!
started by AHealy8172
last post by AHealy8172Apr 18, 20127Apr 18, 2012 -
Can someone help Identify this bug?It is all over my house!
started by ajdduke619
last post by themoonhowlJan 25, 20127Jan 25, 2012 -
help please
started by squibbles
last post by FlapdoodleDec 16, 20117Dec 16, 2011 -
A waspy type of hopper!
started by kungfufona
last post by sallygDec 06, 20117Dec 06, 2011 -
CLOSED: Please, help identify the butterfly from Malaisia.
started by KashtanGeorge
last post by KashtanGeorgeNov 23, 20117Nov 23, 2011 -
CLOSED: pink worm?
started by edevenny
last post by LadyAshleyRNov 09, 20117Nov 09, 2011 -
Anyone know what this is?
started by acamp120
last post by FlapdoodleNov 02, 20117Nov 02, 2011 -
What is this Spider?
started by sparhawk814
last post by kwanjinOct 02, 20117Oct 02, 2011 -
CLOSED: Is this a termite or an ant?
started by xoclipse
last post by xoclipseSep 26, 20117Sep 26, 2011 -
Southwest US - Unusual spider. Need help identifying.
started by SGR1977
last post by kwanjinSep 16, 20117Sep 16, 2011
