Termite as Pollinator? Fossil Specimen Captures the Act
As far as insect reputations goes, termites are typically known as pests. They get little of the adulation heaped on their pollinator cousins. But a new discovery of a fossilized […]
Alfalfa Weevil: New Integrated Pest Management Guide Available
For alfalfa growers throughout the United States—and particularly in the western states—the alfalfa weevil (Hypera postica) is a major concern, as damage from infestations lead to decreased yield and quality. […]
Setting a Baseline: A Clearer View of Mosquito Resistance to Insecticides
By Andrew Porterfield Mosquito control professionals have made significant gains toward managing malaria worldwide, as well as defending against West Nile virus, chikungunya, dengue, St. Louis encephalitis, and, more recently, […]
Counting Horn Flies: No Easy Task, Whether In Person or In a Photo
By Ed Ricciuti If your job is counting horn flies, a twitch of a cow’s hide can go a long way toward ruining your day. OK, perhaps that is a […]
Et Tu, Fruite? Attracticidal Sphere Lures Fruit Flies to Their Demise
It looks like a fruit, but it’s definitely not as healthy. It’s the attracticidal sphere, and a new study shows it to be a promising tool for managing the invasive […]