Chinch Bug
Blissus leucopterus leucopterus (Say), Lygaeidae, HEMIPTERA
Adult-The adult chinch bug is about 4 mm long and black with opaque wings. The wings may be as long as the body or 1/3 to 1/2 the length of the body. In either case, each wing bears a distinctive, triangular, black mark
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Page Damage to lawns is noticed mostly in hot dry conditions, usually in late
summer. Cultural practices include, mowing lawn on a high setting, effective weed
control and ample watering. Chemical controls are not available at this time, but cultural
practices including regular fertilizing are very important