Nebraska's Plant Pests Peril

Which of the following is a common insect pest known to damage soybeans in Nebraska?

• Japanese Beetle

• Emerald Ash Borer

• Corn Rootworm

• Gypsy Moth

What is a distinctive feature of the Emerald Ash Borer that can help in its identification?

• Red stripes on its back

• Metallic green color

• Large brown wings

• Black spots on its head

Identify this pest

• Whiteflies

• Aphids

• Scale

• Mealybugs

Identify the following pest:

• Scale

• Mealybug

• Aphid

• Whitefly

Which pest is known for its ability to decimate ash trees in Nebraska?

• Pine Beetle

• Emerald Ash Borer

• Japanese Beetle

• Aphids

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

What is a common sign of infestation by the Corn Rootworm?

• Yellowing of leaves

• Holes in the fruit

• Goosenecking of the stalk

• White powdery mildew on leaves

Aphids are a common pest in Nebraska that can be identified by what characteristic?

• Jumping behavior

• Producing a cottony substance

• Sucking plant juices

• Rolling leaves

Which of the following is NOT a method for managing plant pests in Nebraska?

• Crop rotation

• Use of insecticides

• Planting pest-resistant varieties

• Overwatering crops

What is the following plant infected with?

• Cedar apple rust

• blight

• Anthracnose

• powdery mildew

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Identify this pest:

• Whitefly

• Aphid

• Gnat

• Scale