Avocado Lace Bug
The avocado lace bug (Pseudacysta perseae) was discovered on the Big Island in February 2020. There is also population on Oahu and Maui. This insect goes after all species of avocado and some of the laurel family such as: red bay, and camphor. These insects cause very noticeably yellowing and brown spots on the leaves where the adults are feeding. These spots start in the center of the leaves.
When flipping over an affected leaf you can find all stages of the avocado lace bug. Adults, immatures, old body casings, and black shiny speckles. These black speckles are poop, where the lace bugs also hide their eggs.
Healthy trees can survive an avocado lace bug infestation. Heavy infestations can cause the tree to almost completely defoliate. But over time the tree can regenerate its leaves.
Avocado Lace Bug (Pseudacysta perseae)
Adults can be found on the underside of the leaves. 
Avocado tree with many damaged leaves. 
By: Oscar Jaitt
Photos (L-R): BIISC, BIISC, Oscar Jaitt
Description:
- Adults are about 2mm long
- Yellow/white wings with a black stripe going across the body
- Wings are made up of an intricate network of sections that resembles lace
- Immature lace bugs are smaller than the adults and their lace-like wings are not visable
Symptoms of infestation:
- Yellow/brown spots that start at the center of leaves
- All life stages of the insect and black speckles are found on the underside of leaves
Controlling Avocado Lace Bug
Small populations of the avocado lace bug are tolerable and won’t harm the tree. There are predatory insects that can help control the lace bug population, so avoid spraying broad range insecticides. If the population is very bad, you can use a systemic pesticide such as Bio Advanced Fruit, Citrus, Vegetable Insect Control(imidacloprid). Make sure to read the label and follow all directions.