Grapefruit Tree Webs: Beneficial Psocids, Not Pests

Grapefruit tree has small webs between branches with tiny light dots; sometimes on leaves. Expert identifies psocids (barklice)—beneficial insects that clean the tree by eating fungi, algae, dead insects. No treatment needed; they don’t harm citrus. If no bugs hatch, let them work.

Good Bugs

• Psocids are scavengers, not pests.
• They indicate a healthy microenvironment.
• No spray, no worry.

Enjoy the free cleanup crew.