For Residents

Insect Identification & Advice

What's this bug?

Here you can find information and advice on Edmonton's more common pest problems. We've also provided some information to help you recognize beneficial insects that reduce pests on Edmonton's shade trees.
The Good Growing Neighbours - Bugs 101 page also has important details about common insects.

We also offer an insect identification service to our citizens. You can bring specimens directly to our office (8am-4pm, Monday-Friday) or send them by mail. Images can be sent to treebugs@edmonton.ca.

To prevent damage, specimens mailed to us should be wrapped in a protective material (e.g., tissue paper) and sealed in a rigid container (e.g., clean plastic pill bottle) before being placed in the envelope. Include a brief explanatory note with your name and contact information.

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Bugs in my House

Bugs in my Yard

What's Wrong with My Tree?

Bug Alert! Invaders

Watch Out for Good Bugs

Merchant Grain Beetle

Strawberry Root Weevil

Sowbugs