Insect Identification and Advice
Learn about insects found in Edmonton yards and how residents can deal with bug pests.
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You'll find many helpful insects, earthworms and other organisms in your yard.
Predatory insects include commonly seen ladybugs, lacewings, aphid-lions (lacewing larvae), flower fly larvae, ground beetles and dragonflies that feed on pests.
Parasitic insects are commonly tiny ichneumon wasps or flies that develop inside or on pest insects, eventually killing them.
Soil dwellers include earthworms and other decomposers that breakdown organic matter into soil promoting natural fertility and aeration. Micro-organisms like beneficial bacteria and fungi further break it down to release nutrients for plant growth.
Here are just a few of the harmful insects and plant diseases to look out for.
Yard Pests
Tree Pests
Tree Diseases
Potential Invaders
Identifying the good, the bad and the ugly
Since beneficial insects may be mistaken for pests, it's a good idea to check with your local garden centre or the City's Pest Management Unit to correctly identify a pest or problem. You can drop off your specimens to the Pest Management Unit on the main floor at 12304 107 Street, between 8am and 4pm, Monday through Friday.
Alternatives to using chemicals on your yard are a better choice for a healthy environment in the long term.
12304 107 Street NW
Edmonton AB T5G 2S7
If you are calling from outside of Edmonton: 780-442-5311
Phone | 311 |
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TTY | 780-944-5555 |