Description 7 mm long gray-brown bugs (Fig.) have thorn-like projections on the thorax. Eggs are laid on the stem. The nymphs exude a honey dew liquid which is often used by ants.               Damage Symptoms The bugs suck the tender stems. Formation of corky calluses. Wilting, and reduced plant vigor. Control Dimethoate @ 2ml/litre of water used to control other sucking  pests will reduce the cow bug population.

Cowbug Adults and Nymphs attended by ants