Pam:

This insect has no common name but is what we call a ‘true bug’. It is from the true bug family Miridae (Plant Bugs or Leaf Bugs). Its members are to be found on vegetation almost everywhere, some are very abundant. Most species are plant feeders, but many are predaceous on other insects. Some of the plant-feeding species are pests of cultivated plants.

Can you tell me where the bug was found?

I hope this provides you with the information you were looking for. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. Thanks for contacting OSU Extension Service.

Rich

The bug recently  appeared in large numbers after a field was mowed next to my son’s house in Milwaukie. They started in the yard, now in his garage. The closest thing we could find on the net is the Tuxedo Bug. 
is this bug invasive, and how would you suggest getting rid of it without dangerous chemicals?

The bug recently  appeared in large numbers after a field was mowed next to my son’s house in Milwaukie. They started in the yard, now in his garage. The closest thing we could find on the net is the Tuxedo Bug. 
is this bug invasive, and how would you suggest getting rid of it without dangerous chemicals?

Pam:

Your description matches just what this bug is known for. Usually the control/management methods are for the field where the bug lives but not for the surrounding areas like your son’s garage. The growers can use open field burns to control this pest by killing any adults and nymphs present during burn. Most important, fire destroys the straw in which the eggs overwinter. That is not an option for you, however. I can provide a list of some chemical control but again not a great option for you. Since these insects are passing through any chemical control will have very little and would have a short-term affect. I have help others in the past by suggesting vacuuming up the bugs with a shop vac and this has worked for some. As they produce little or no odor this is a good method for home management of this annoyance.

One other option is to contact the grower to see if they have suggestions to help your son.

Do let me know if you have any additional questions.

Rich

The bug recently  appeared in large numbers after a field was mowed next to my son’s house in Milwaukie. They started in the yard, now in his garage. The closest thing we could find on the net is the Tuxedo Bug. 
is this bug invasive, and how would you suggest getting rid of it without dangerous chemicals?

Pam:

I am not sure if I missed something, did you have another question I missed?

Rich