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Bugs, Bugs, bugs - May 2008
bee removal

Bugs to watch for in May

INVASIVE INSECT SPECIES
Power point on invasive species.

Bugs, Bugs,Bugs February 2008
Crane flies and larvae

Bugs of the month.

Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: December 2007
Lady beetles

It seems just yesterday it was 2007. Pest problems are light presently, but two major situations have developed.

Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: October 2007
wooly white fly
A couple of bugs this month are new to the state. You're encouragedto pick up and send in anything you have not seen before. Especially if you get plants from outside the state or something unusual shows up after a storm or other extreme conditions.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: September 2007
Lovebugs and problems.
The insect list is short this month, but one item in particular includes an in-depth discussion. The African honeybees and their recent discovery in two more parishes have some of the public concerned. Before there is a panic, some information needs to be presented.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: July 2006
Chinch bugs
We are seeing some replays on some pest and a few new ones. Pests covered this month include: Cinch bugs, fall army worms, cicadas, cicada killers, fire ants and yellow jackets.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: June 2006
There are several aphid species being reported at this time. Nine other pests are also on the move this month.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: May 2006
Eastern tent caterpillar adult
Until the recent rains we had little to talk about, but with the heavy rains and the showers, we are beginning to see movement in the insect populations.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: August 2006
velvet ant
The dry weather has given in to the rains, but the effects of the dry weather remain as some insect populations persist.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs,August 2007
composite of lace bugs
As soggy as it has been one would hope that most of the insects had drowned, but alas, no such luck. Some have said they have become more relaxed and excited in the somewhat cooler environment and many have moved indoors to escape the constant drenches and standing puddles.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs July 2007
tiger beetle
common beneficials in and around the yard.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: June 2007
Pest of amaryllis
Well, summer is here, and we are seeing some different pests to start it off.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: October 2006
Phorid flies
A few strange caterpillars and other insects are being found around the state.