Insect ID Form | Insect Questions

Insect Identification Form

This service is intended for Texas residents for the identification of pest insects in the home, yard, garden or farm, or that affect people, pets or livestock.

IMPORTANT: THE "ORDER NUMBER" BOX BELOW FOR CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS IS NOT WORKING. JUST ENTER THE NUMBER 1 IN THE BOX AND COMPLETE THE REST OF THE FORM. THERE IS NO FEE FOR IDENTIFICATIONS AT PRESENT.

IS IT A COMMON CICADA KILLER WASP OR A MURDER HORNET? A QUICK PICTURE TO HELP YOU DECIDE
Order Number*
Location of Insect; Choose from the Following List (Required) This will route your request to the appropriate specialist.*
Name*
Email*
You may load up to three images per sample. Well-lit, in-focus pictures are best. Use the close-up (macro) option on your camera and get as close to the insect as possible. When available, include the pest, damage and/or host plant.
Upload Photo*
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, jpeg, Max. file size: 20 MB.
Date Picture Taken:*
MM slash DD slash YYYY
Upload Photo
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, Max. file size: 20 MB.
Upload Photo
Accepted file types: jpg, gif, png, Max. file size: 20 MB.
Nearest Location (city/town) where picture was taken*
State Picture was Taken*
Country in which picture was taken in*
Size of Insect (in inches or cm/mm)
Where insect was observed (for example: in or around home, on plant, in wood, biting human or animal, etc.)*
Describe the damage being done, if any*
If the insect was feeding on a plant, tell us what type of plant:*
Why is this insect being submitted? (control recommendations, damaging property or plants, etc.)*