Lace Bug (Nymph)

Natural Habitat

Commonly found on the undersides of leaves of various host plants including azaleas, oaks, and sycamores.

Diet & Feeding

Piercing-sucking mouthparts used to feed on plant sap from the undersides of leaves.

Behavior Patterns

Nymphs often cluster together for protection; they undergo incomplete metamorphosis and move slowly while feeding. Some species are known to drop from trees on windy days.

Risks & Benefits

They are agricultural pests that can cause leaf stippling and damage to ornamental plants. They do not pose a health risk to humans, though they can occasionally bite if they land on skin, usually resulting in minor irritation.

Identified on: 12/26/2025