Insect Identification

Insect Identification

The Master Gardeners are happy to help with insect identification. In order for us to do so, please provide information about where the insect(s) were found, specifics about the size, and close-up photos, showing front/back/top/bottom views.

However, sometimes there's no substitute for examining a specimen directly. In such cases we recommend contacting the Santa Clara County Division of Agriculture. Their staff biologists are available to help to identify insects and pests. In addition to telephone and email contact options, they have daily office hours (but request that you contact their office prior to bringing any samples for identification.)

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