Corn Borers
Corn Borers are a group of moth larvae that tunnel into corn plants and other crops, causing significant agricultural damage. The most well-known species is the European Corn…
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Southern Pine Beetles
Southern Pine Beetles (Dendroctonus frontalis) are among the most destructive forest pests in the southeastern United States. These tiny bark beetles attack pine trees by tunneling beneath the…
Root Weevils
Root Weevils are a group of beetles in the family Curculionidae whose larvae feed on plant roots while adults often feed on foliage. They are important pests in…
Soybean Gall Midge
Soybean Gall Midge (Resseliella maxima) is a small fly pest associated with soybean injury in the Midwestern United States. It is considered an emerging agricultural pest because its…
Spotted Lanternflies
Spotted Lanternflies (Lycorma delicatula) are invasive planthoppers that have become major agricultural and landscape pests in parts of the United States. Native to Asia, this species was first…
House Centipedes
House Centipedes (Scutigera coleoptrata) are fast-moving, long-legged arthropods commonly found inside homes, especially in damp areas such as basements, bathrooms, and crawl spaces. Despite their alarming appearance, house…
Bald-Faced Hornets
Bald-Faced Hornets (Dolichovespula maculata) are large, aggressive social wasps commonly found throughout North America. Despite their name, they are not true hornets but are actually a type of…
Winter Moths
Winter Moths (Operophtera brumata) are invasive defoliating insects known for their ability to damage a wide range of deciduous trees and shrubs. Originally native to Europe, Winter Moths…