2 days ago

This post was edited by MeanNgreen on Sat, Aug 23, 14 at 15:03

2 days ago

This post was edited by MeanNgreen on Sat, Aug 23, 14 at 15:00

today

another shot today

It appears to be bird damage. Birds will use the oils from your fruit to groom/preen their feathers. It inhibits lice, etc.

Here are some close ups

close up.

Thanks keen. I added some close ups. Seems like something is sucking the pigment out or maybe some kind of fungus. Does this still look like the work of birds?

This post was edited by MeanNgreen on Sat, Aug 23, 14 at 21:52

It's not bird damage. I would say something fungal, based on the symmetrical roundness of some of the lesions, but you don't mention where you live, which makes a significant difference. We just don't get much fungal pest pressure here in S. California due to our rather dry climate, so I can't help with a diagnosis. I would suggest you send your photos to your local ag agent, and they should be able to get you a diagnosis and treatment plan right away. For now, I would would try to treat with an appropriate anti-fungal, as you attempt to ID/diagnose the issue.

Patty S.

Here is a link that might be useful: Unversity of Florida: Citrus Fungal Diseases

Hi Patty
I'm in myrtle beach and it's terribly humid right now. I will take your advice and check with local group. Thank you!

Hi Patty
I'm in myrtle beach and it's terribly humid right now. I will take your advice and check with local group. Thank you!

First fruit just fell... :-(