Pacific Northwest Insect Management Handbook

Nuisance and household pests-Elm leaf beetle

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Elm leaf beetle
Pyrrhalta luteola Muller
Immature molting
© Ken Gray Insect Image Collection
Image related to Nuisance and household pests-Elm leaf beetle
Elm leaf beetle
Pyrrhalta luteola Muller
Adult showing damage on leaves
© Ken Gray Insect Image Collection
Image related to Nuisance and household pests-Elm leaf beetle
Elm leaf beetle
Pyrrhalta luteola Muller
Egg(s) on host
© Ken Gray Insect Image Collection
Image related to Nuisance and household pests-Elm leaf beetle
Elm leaf beetle
Pyrrhalta luteola Muller
Adult showing damage on leaves
© Ken Gray Insect Image Collection

Pyrrhalta luteola

Pest description and damage They cause no damage in homes, but are annoying when they migrate into dwellings.

Management

Remove from indoors using broom or vacuum cleaner. Make sure to empty vacuum cleaner and dispose of bag contents outdoors.

Kaur, N. (Ed.). 2024 Pacific Northwest Insect Management Handbook.
© Oregon State University.

Use pesticides safely!

  • Wear protective clothing and safety devices as recommended on the label. Bathe or shower after each use.
  • Read the pesticide label—even if you’ve used the pesticide before. Follow closely the instructions on the label (and any other directions you have).
  • Be cautious when you apply pesticides. Know your legal responsibility as a pesticide applicator. You may be liable for injury or damage resulting from pesticide use.

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