What is a Lace Bug?

Lace bugs are recognized by the delicate lace appearance of the veins in their wings. As beautiful as they are, gardeners aren't happy when they find lace bugs on their plants or trees. These bugs damage plants and can destroy large trees in one season. There are several different types of lace bugs that target various plants and trees. One of the most popular types of lace bugs is the oak lace bug. This bug is found in Alabama and the eastern United States, from the Carolinas to southern Canada. Oak lace bugs are black, with transparent wings. Their thorax measures a quarter inch (0.635cm) in length. The hackberry lace bug is known for turning whole hackberry trees yellow. This is caused by the lace bug breaking through the epidermis of the leaf and sucking out the sap. The hackberry lace bug has a black thorax and white wings. They measure approximately 3/8 of an inch (0.95cm) long. The sycamore lace bug is found in Canada and the United States. A majority of the sycamore lace bug ...  more