Collecting Avocados from Trees (IMAGE) University of California - Riverside Caption Avocados showing evidence of pest damage were collected directly from trees in orchards in Peru and held in rearing cages in the laboratory for the emergence of insects. Credit Hoddle lab, UC Riverside. Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.