Murder Hornets?
As you read in Issue 6 (June 24, 2022), we’ve been receiving inquires about possible sightings of Asian giant hornets (aka murder hornets). All have been the related (and smaller) European hornet. Not sure ...
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Insect Updates
What a Deal!
Armored Scale Insect Pests of Trees and Shrubs by Miller and Davidson is one of my most often consulted references. Readers will find the excellent photos and biology info (e.g. when crawlers are active) ...
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Scope it Out!
To check the efficacy of treatments, how do I distinguish dead vs. live scale insects? Under magnification, dead scales will look desiccated, usually discolored and may not be closely attached to the plant. Lift ...
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