The city of Aspen has identified an increase in small, sap-sucking insects this summer compared to previous years, but the ...

Spruce aphids are tiny, green insects that made their way to Oregon from Europe in the 1920s. They feast on the sap within tree needles during spring months, leaving branches patchy and brown.

Spruce aphids have been in Oregon since the 1920s and primarily feed on the coast and measure about 2 millimeters in length. They are found in the western part of the state year-round.

Aphids are tiny soft-bodied pests that feed on a variety of plants, including vegetables, ornamentals, trees, shrubs, and houseplants. Because they reproduce quickly and have multiple generations ...

Metro What to do (and what not to do) about Japanese beetles and aphids in Northeast Ohio Updated: Jul. 08, 2025, 9:11 a.m. | Published: Jul. 08, 2025, 8:59 a.m.

Unfortunately, many pests love fruit trees and can easily damage leaves and spoil harvests. However, there are ways to get rid of these problematic visitors—without using harmful pesticides.