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Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Entomology
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Приєднався 20 кві 2015
Texas A&M AgriLife Entomology, texasinsects.org. We are located throughout the State and can provide advice on control of urban, structural, landscape, garden, veterinary and agricultural pests, and pests that are threats to human health. Our information is backed by science and research at Texas A&M and other universities and is made practical and relevant by Extension Entomologists, educators or agents who work in each county, right where you live.
In broad terms we are divided into urban entomology, veterinary/medical entomology, and agricultural entomology, although our personnel can, and frequently do, cross these lines. This flexibility comes in part because we can call on the expertise of any other member of the project group.
In broad terms we are divided into urban entomology, veterinary/medical entomology, and agricultural entomology, although our personnel can, and frequently do, cross these lines. This flexibility comes in part because we can call on the expertise of any other member of the project group.
Emerald Ash Borer For Texans June 2024
Emerald ash borer is expanding its range in Texas, and here is what homeowners and landowners need to know about protecting ash trees they wish to save.
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Pheromone Traps to Monitor Moth Populations
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Using pheromone traps to monitor insect populations. This video presents tips and tricks for operating pheromone traps, especially for capturing moths. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.
Seasonal Progression Of Texas Corn Insect Pests
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Short summary of the seasonal progression of Texas corn insect pests. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.
Corn Rootworm 2023
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Corn rootworm damage and management in field corn, a brief summary of the damage done and methods of control. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension, 2023.
Wireworms and False Wireworms in Texas Crop Production (1:42)
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Basic information on wireworms and false wireworms in Texas crop production.
Western Bean Cutworm in Texas Corn (2:22)
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The basics of western bean cutworm biology and damage to Texas corn.
Southwestern corn borer in Texas Corn (2:24)
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Southwestern corn borer biology, timing, and damage in Texas corn.
Spider Mites in Texas Corn (1:51)
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The basics of spider mite species that are pests of corn in Texas.
Fall armyworm in Texas (1:16)
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A summary of fall armyworm biology, identification, and damage to Texas crops.
Fall armyworm on Texas Corn (2:03)
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A short summary of fall armyworm timing and damage to Texas corn.
Cutworms in Texas Field Crops (1:33)
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A quick summary of cutworm species in Texas crops.
Corn Rootworms in Texas (2:53)
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A brief overview of the biology of corn rootworm in Texas, its damage, and control options.
Corn Earworm (2:17)
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A brief overview of corn earworm caterpillars on field corn and sweet corn.
Bt Corn, A Success Now at Risk (3:09)
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A brief overview of the benefits of Bt corn and the risks of insect resistance that are now overtaking it.
There are no Northern Giant Hornets (Murder Hornets) in Texas: Don't Kill Our Cicada Killer Wasps!
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A two minute video that explains how to tell beneficial cicada killer wasps from the northern giant hornet (murder hornet). Texas A&M AgriLife Extension 2023.
Preparing the Texas 4-H Entomology Photography Contest 2021
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Preparing the Texas 4-H Entomology Photography Contest 2021
Research Results Using Persistent Entomopathogenic Nematodes For Corn Rootworm Control 2021
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Research Results Using Persistent Entomopathogenic Nematodes For Corn Rootworm Control 2021
Pecan Weevil Biology and Control in Texas Pecan
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Pecan Weevil Biology and Control in Texas Pecan
Asian giant hornet (murder hornet) and it's most common look-alike Texas species.
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Asian giant hornet (murder hornet) and it's most common look-alike Texas species.
Cotton Development and Insect Pest Scouting on the High Plains of Texas
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Cotton Development and Insect Pest Scouting on the High Plains of Texas
The basics of photographing insects for Texas 4H Entomology
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The basics of photographing insects for Texas 4H Entomology
Status of corn earworm resistance to Bt corn as we start the 2020 growing season.
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Status of corn earworm resistance to Bt corn as we start the 2020 growing season.
Persistent entomopathogenic nematodes for corn rootworm control.
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Persistent entomopathogenic nematodes for corn rootworm control.
Predatory Mites for Spider Mite Control 2
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Predatory Mites for Spider Mite Control 2
Using persistent entomopathogenic nematodes to control corn rootworm.
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Using persistent entomopathogenic nematodes to control corn rootworm.
Assessing wireworm damage in High Plains cotton.
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Assessing wireworm damage in High Plains cotton.
The thumbnail got me cuz i live in Puerto Rico and two nights ago i caught a beetle that is exactly like that but its 1/4th the size of the one in The thumbnail. Didnt even know they came that big. Now i gotta see if i can find the big ones here
The thumbnail got me cuz i live in Puerto Rico and two nights ago i caught a beetle that is exactly like that but its 1/4th the size of the one in The thumbnail. Didnt even know they came that big. Now i gotta see if i can find the big ones here
Great resource!
i want insect pins
Do aquatic larvae specimens also need to be boiled?
Yes
Thanks! I am going to try this method!
Very informative, thank you.
Does this work with black widows and other spider?
I have noticed a new trend in gardening in the last two years of people using gin trash for their garden compost but I always understood you should not use that because of pesticides and herbicides that remain in the trash forever what do you think of this? And then are we bringing these type of pests To infest our property with as well? And then it begs the question if Jen trash does have so much pesticide left in it why are bugs being harbored in the waste?
Hey, after preservation, do you need to cover the insects in anything for further preservation while pinned, or are they fine
After they are pinned they should dry out. You should wait 1-4 weeks depending on the size. Don’t leave it anywhere humid. I recommend near a window or a closet. After it’s dried you can put it in a box with glass or put it in epoxy resin which is super cool! See Ya!🫡
After dried u can use clear nail polish to keep it from being so fragile. Just do NOT use it on anything that has little hairs it scales as this will mess it up badly. Only on stuff like beetles cept for the ones that has hairs. But I would only do this if they r gonna be handled alot. If not then u don't have to n just put it in a shadow box
After dried u can use clear nail polish to keep it from being so fragile. Just do NOT use it on anything that has little hairs it scales as this will mess it up badly. Only on stuff like beetles cept for the ones that has hairs. But I would only do this if they r gonna be handled alot. If not then u don't have to n just put it in a shadow box
How exactly do I prevent this from happening if I cant really afford an air tight box? What about lining the box with pesticides or heating them up like a greenhouse to have the flesh bugs burrow out of the dead insects then refreeze them? Also would freezing them periodically help this? Moth balls?
Moth balls
What size of insect would you point mount?
I think its mostly up to your discretion, anything where the pins would destroy too much of the insect. I'm an amateur tho so don't quote me on it
does type of alcohol matter??
I believe so. I remember reading that 70%-80% alcohol is good. Anything above or below that will ruin the specimen. At 3:39 he explains it.
Gasoline works very well too
and lighter fluid
Would this way of finding insects be legal?
I don't have a sheet so can I use a piece of toilet paper or people paper towel
You’ll find that to be too flimsy outside in the field. I use very cheap white tablecloths ordered from amazon. I think I paid $8 for 3. Worth it.
Thank you for this straightforward video!!
The acetone is not wanting to soak in
You probably added too much
Thank you!
hello where can i buy one of those tools, for the toes
Hello I was trying to find a group on fb for butterfly entheusiasts that can help collectors as well as just entheusiasts that photograph or just appreciate butterflies. I do not know any other collectors. Since i could not find a group that accepts collectors i decided to start my own group. I have no memebers because i dont know anyone else. I am wondering if you woukd like to join it and invite others you know to it as well. I want it to be a group that helps others. Feel free to post anything videos or pics of collecting pinning and whatever else butterfly related. Pks help me get this group going. It is called All About Butterflies.
how long does each charge of ethyl acetate last?, can I use the same charge many times?
When I studied entymology in college, we used potassium cyanide added to the liquid plaster of paris. Why is it not used now as it works great, even on coleoptera which are hard to kill. I can't find it in any reasonable quantities so if anyone knows of a supplier that would be appreciated.
Would like to find the supplier too
Thanks for the valuable lesson. I just found today that mines have worms. So sad. 😥
Could you use ethyl acitate to substitute acetone? The BioQuip book on How TO Make An Incect Collectiion says that’s what to use.
Can i use acetone based(i mean acetone as its main ingredient not acetone itself) nail polish remover? Thanks.
Jheng Ong I actually just assembled and used my kill jar this weekend. I used ethyl acitate based nail polish remover and it worked just fine, so I would think that using acetone based remover would also work well. Or if you want to go for ethyl acitate, then just find an acetone free remover.
Sebastian Demarchi I would leave it in the jar for an hour at least. An hour and a half to be safe. If you’re going to use a spreading board if it’s a butterfly, don’t worry about it stiffening too soon. It can be in the jar for three hours without it stiffening up.
Is there a way to preserve it for none wet display?
Unless you inject the bodies with silicone no and...doing this can damage the specimen..you can also use a resin but be careful to mix it throughly and release any bubbles
Absolutely. It's called "inflation" and basically results in a hollow dry skin. You can also fill them with wax or more modern materials. Though wet preservation is much preferred.
@@evanbrown6923 i inflate caterpillars,would stuffing them with cotton work as well?since i never tried and don't wanna destroy a caterpillar if it doesn't work...i like inflation but it is a tedious process...
Extremely useful :)
Fantastic content! Thank you for the help.
Very nice! Thank you!
Very nice! Thank you!
Very nice! Thank you!
Very nice! Thank you!
Hi, I'm working on a project with several universities, USDA, and ASA. We would love to use some clips of your video if you are okay with that. We will credit you and/or your channel on every clip we use. If you could please email me at beank@missouri.edu, that would be great. Thank you!
Thanks for interesting Video! Good luck! Best greetings from entomologist in Ukraine! :)
nicely described
I did these preps 50 yrs ago, when I was at the last year of high school (Turin, Italy)! Nothing is changed in the methods, exept we used paper strips instead of glass slides . Thanks a lot for reminding me of a wonderful time of my scientific training. Now I'm a Surgical pathologist (well ... semi retired), but enthomology training was, in some way, usefull for my profession (how to handle small and delicate surgical specimens). I'm not joking ... Wonderful video!
Moth collectors use ground sheets.