One species of mole cricket also feeds on roots and above ground plant parts. Spittlebugs are a sporadic problem, mainly on centipedegrass. The immature forms are found at the base of the plant in a white, foamy spittle mass. Adults and nymphs suck plant sap causing yellowing of the grass. White grubs are found throughout the state on all grasses.
White grubs are the immature forms of several beetles and chafers.
They feed on plant roots. Fall armyworm occurs sporadically throughout the state on all grasses. It eats grass leaves. Diseases, nematodes, dry weather and nutritional disorders can cause similar symptoms to insect damage in grass. Thus, it is very important that the cause of the problem be correctly identified before treating.