Texas is an important state in monarch migration because it is situated between the principal breeding grounds in the north and the overwintering areas in Mexico. Monarchs funnel through Texas both in the fall and the spring. During the fall, monarchs use two principal flyways. One traverses Texas in a 300-mile wide path stretching from … Read more
Bugs come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. While many have matching body and leg colors some species stand out with their bright red legs. These reddish hued insects span across different families and feeding behaviors. Red legged bugs grab our attention, whether they actively hunt, sit camouflaged, or suck juices from plants. Let’s take … Read more
In a moment that seemed mundane, my brain woke up to more than I may have been ready to take in. I opened the truck door and stepped outside in the Florida heat. My eye instantly caught something yellow and red in the grass, so I stopped short. The Eastern Lubber is now on my … Read more
Welcome to another Friday 5! My state is one of the best places in the country to collect insects and people are known to come from all over the world to improve their insect collections here. I have some AMAZING insects in my collection, ones that are widely known to be among the most beautiful … Read more
Several cockroach species are considered giant. Of these, the most well known are the Madagascar hissing cockroaches and the rhinoceros cockroaches. Madagascar hissing cockroaches (Gromphadorhina portentosa) are wingless and relatively slow moving. These nocturnal natives of Madagascar thrive on forest floors in rotting logs and feed on decaying organic matter. Hissing cockroaches grow up to … Read more
From the flashy Monarch to the humble Luna Moth, butterflies tend to get all the love when it comes to vibrantly-colored insects But moth species come in a rainbow of hues too – including many spectacular oranges With over 160,000 known moth species worldwide, North America is home to hundreds of orange moths. Ranging from … Read more
Are you seeing these creatures in your home? Carpet beetles are found inside homes, warehouses, museums, and other buildings. Once inside they may cause serious damage to clothing, furs, carpets, and other stored fabric items. Black and yellow bugs are some of the most recognizable insects, thanks to their bright warning colors. But while many … Read more
Dragonflies come in a stunning array of colors, but red dragonflies stand out for their vivid and striking appearance. Ranging from bright scarlet to deeper maroon shades, red dragonflies dazzle and delight In this article, we’ll take an in-depth look at these fascinating insects, covering everything from their identification and biology to symbolism and habitat … Read more
Are moths quite literally driving you up the wall? If you have started to notice small white, brown, or yellow worms up high in your kitchen near or on the ceiling, you may have a moth infestation. Pantry Moths love to eat dry goods and are often attracted to kitchen areas in the home. The … Read more
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