The Garden Bug: The squash bug

By Brenda Weaver

Adult squash bugs spend the winter hiding in sheltered places. Emerging in spring, they seek squash and pumpkin plants, to feed on the leaves and stems and also to lay eggs. Plants can be destroyed from extensive feeding by these pests. To trap them, leave boards or newspaper out near infested plants; squash bugs will congregate under them at night. In the morning, collect the bugs and destroy them.

Sources: www.extension.umn.edu/garden/insects , www.maine.gov/dacf/php/gotpests/bugs