Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
Bugs by the Yard
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Have you been seeing webbing covering branches in your trees and shrubs? If so, you may want to open the webbing and see if you have fall webworms. In this episode, we discuss how to identify webworms and possible management strategies.Show n
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive beetle that is destructive to Ash trees in North America and can be found in Texas. Check out this episode to learn more about ways to prevent human-mediated spread, and steps you can take to protect y
Insects communicate in a variety of ways using various types of cues. Listen to find out more about how it is done.Check out this neat website on the "Songs of Insects":https://songsofinsects.com/Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBles
Saltmarsh and other hairy caterpillars are common across Texas this year. Show notes:Texas A&M AgriLife Extension - Saltmasrh CaterpillarsLogo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBles
This episode covers typical pest insects that may be found on roses.Show notes:Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBles
The group talks about what a honey bee swarm actually is and what it means to the colony and to the homeowner.Texas Apiary Inspection Service list of bee removers - https://txbeeinspection.tamu.edu/bee-removal/Bee Culture Magazine Article - htt
2024 is a big year when it comes to periodical cicadas with TWO broods emerging in the United States. Illinois seems to be the place to be with both broods in the state and some areas with overlap. This episode will cover information on both
This episode we cover information about mason bees, including the blue orchard bees. These bees are wonderful native pollinators that you can attract to your landscape.Check out these additional resources for more information! https://www.tcma
Crape myrtles are the most commonly planted ornamental trees in our landscape and a scale threatens to take away some of the beauty of your tree. Learn what the group thinks of this scale, how to identify it, and what options are available for
This episode we cover how insecticidal soaps and horticultural oils work and why it's not a great idea to substitute household products for pesticides.Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBles
Do you have an entomophile in your life? If so, this episode can help you with possible gift ideas! Also make sure to check out the links below.Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBlesWizzie's suggestions:Jewelers loupe - 30x + 60x plus
Leaf cutter ants are a fascinating, although irritating ant to find in the landscape. If you don't have them, you need to listen to again an appreciation for them. If you have them, learn more about their biology and habits so you can better
Growing some cole crops this fall? Broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kale or others? Learn the most common pests that will plague those plants and how you can avoid losing them to the bugs.
This episode we cover some of the active hunting spiders that can be found in Texas including ground spiders, wolf spiders, fishing spiders, and tarantulas.Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBles
Ambush spiders are those who sit and wait on plants, flowers or in web funnels to wait for their prey before jumping out to catch them. They include some important agricultural biological control agents, beautiful colors, and interesting speci
Orbweavers are one of the largest groups of spiders. They are unique, often large, and quite beautiful!
Jumping spiders are possibly the cutest spiders on the planet with their large eyes that look at you like an anime character. This episode will talk about stuff that you may not know about these cute little spiders.Logo by Natalie CervantesMus
Pesticide is often a word that people don't like to hear. Learn what a pesticide truly is, the history of pesticides, and what the hosts think of it's use.Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBles
Thrips can show up in the landscape, especially if you like growing roses. Listen to find out if or when you need to be concerned.Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBles
Listen to find out about some unusual bugs you may come across in the landscape.Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBles
It's summer; it's hot; it's time for chiggers.Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBles
This week, the cast talks about some of their favorite insects that are active at night!Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBles
Hammerhead worms may be news to you, but they have been in Texas for over 100 years. Learn how to identify them, some interesting facts, how to manage them, and why these entomologists don't think you should panic if you come across one.Logo b
We're continuing with our beneficial arthropods series and covering decomposers.Logo by Natalie CervantesMusic by Owen DesBlesInsects play a crucial role in the breakdown and recycling of organic materials. We also utilize this to our benefit!
This spring has been really busy and I realized that I had a brain fart and posted this episode on our sister podcast Unwanted Guests. While some of you may have already listened to it as you may listen to both, I wanted to post it here where
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