Category Archives: News

Taking Flight

Posted on May 23, 2012 by

In art, butterflies frequently symbolize freedom, flying away from our earthly cares and gliding effortlessly through the sunny skies. The sculpture “Taking Flight” in front of a shelter for women in Boise, Idaho is an example of the symbolism. The … Continue reading →

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Tulip Tree Scale

Posted on May 21, 2012 by

The State Tree of Indiana is the Tulip Tree. Although it feeds on tulip trees, the Tulip Tree Scale is NOT the state insect. Scale insects have sucking mouthparts that drill into tissue for feeding. The Tulip Tree Scale taps … Continue reading →

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Tea Shot Hole Borer

Posted on May 12, 2012 by

Importation of invasive species continues to plague global trade. Many of the world trade goods are packed on wooden pallets and trash wood is often used as “dunnage” material placed between shipping containers and the ship’s hold to prevent cargo … Continue reading →

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Hemlock wooly adelgid

Posted on May 6, 2012 by

Put a new dot on the map of Indiana. The Hemlock Wooly Adelgid, Adelges tsugae, was recently detected in Laporte County, just South of Lake Michigan. The Hemlock Wooly Adegid, is an invasive species that kills native hemlock in 4-10 … Continue reading →

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Friday Cat-erpillar Blogging: The Climate for Caterpillars

Posted on May 4, 2012 by

Oak processionary caterpillars, Thaumetopoea processionea, have invaded London. These caterpillars have thousands of urticating hairs that can cause a painful rash and dermatitis. The hairs can be carried on the wind and cause symptoms in people who are in the … Continue reading →

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Golden Eggs

Posted on May 2, 2012 by

For years, scientific research has been a target of Congressmen trying to make a point about waste in government spending. The art was perfected by former (late) Wisconsin Senator, William Proxmire, who created the “Golden Fleece Awards”. While some of … Continue reading →

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Locust Plagues

Posted on April 9, 2012 by

Clive Spinage has written an informative history “Locusts: The Forgotten Plague Part II: History of Locust Plagues“, (AFRICAN ECOLOGY. 2012:533-569) including quotes from historical records of locust plagues in Europe, Asia and Africa. Locusts were discussed by a number of … Continue reading →

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