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Emerald Ash Borer- FREE webinar!!

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2019 All Bugs Good and Bad Webinar on Emerald Ash Borer When: Friday, March 1 1:00 pm Central time To Join: https://auburn.zoom.us/j/615766171.   The Emerald Ash Borer  is responsible for millions of dead ash trees in North America causing homeowners, cities, and nurseries many millions of dollars and heartache. Come learn where this exotic pest came from, its life cycle, and management plans being implemented.   This webinar is presented by Lynne Womack, Georgia Forestry Commission. Note: on March 1,  the link to the live webinar opens about 15 minutes before the webinar. If… Read More →

Amazing beetle tattoo

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So those of you who really know me, are aware that I have beetle tattoos all over my back.  Well, I have been outdone.  This tattoo is amazing and to be honest, makes me a bit jealous…..

Emerald Ash Borer has been found in Texas

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In late April 2016, four emerald ash beetle adults were located in a trap by the Texas A&M Forest Service in Harrison County (near the Louisiana & Arkansas borders).  Currently, there are no confirmed trees infested with emerald ask borer. Emerald ash borer, often shortened to EAB, are invasive beetles that attack stressed and healthy ash trees.  These beetles are native to Asia and were discovered for the first time in the U.S. in Michigan back in 2002.  The beetle has now spread to 26 states and killed… Read More →

Beetle or true bug?

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Several people have been asking me about “beetle” problems they are having on their plants.  When I finally see the insect it’s not a beetle, but a true bug. So, how do you tell the difference between the two groups? Beetles: Beetles have hardened forewings (the front wings), so they may look as if they have a straight line down their back. Beetles also have chewing mouthparts with mandibles. True bugs: True bugs have their forewings hardened at the base and membranous at the end. This creates a… Read More →