Bugs by the Yard

We all think that crane flies are the harbinger of spring. Listen in to find out more. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles Links for more information and to view pictures of crane flies: 1) https://texasinsects.tamu.edu/crane-fly/ 2) https://citybugs.tamu.edu/2016/03/15/crane-flies/

In this episode, we answer the dreaded question...."what is your favorite insect?" Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles Molly's Favorites: Fire ants: https://fireant.tamu.edu/manage/faq/ Honey bees: https://texasinsects.tamu.edu/honey-bee/ Praying mantis: https://texasinsects.tamu.edu/praying-mantis/ Zebra Heliconian: https://aggie-hort.tamu.edu/databases/butterflies/butterfly-gallery/p...

Hear all about our predictions for this year's insects! Weather definitely plays a roll, and weather has been consistently warm and dry and we have some ideas for what you might be seeing this year. Send us a comment or topic idea! Email us at BugsByTheYard@gmail.com Image by Natalie Cervantes. Music by Owen DesBles.

The weather is turning colder, so prepare to move those plants indoors, but make sure you don't bring any pests in with them. This episode tells you what to look for on house plants and plants that come indoors over winter. Whitefly: https://texasinsects.tamu.edu/silverleaf-whitefly/ Scales: https://texasinsects.tamu.edu/wax-scales/ chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://aggie...

Listen in to find out what those weird growths on your oak tree (or other plants) are and what causes them to grow. Read more on Insects in the City! https://citybugs.tamu.edu/2014/04/03/gall-insects-most-active-in-the-spring/ Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Love 'em or hate 'em, tune in to find out more about these fascinating animals. See these two web pages for more information: https://texasinsects.tamu.edu/paper-wasp/ https://txbeeinspection.tamu.edu/public/bee-identification/paper-wasp/ Follow this link to download our 6 page publication! https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/asset-external/paper-wasps-yellowjackets-and-solitary-wasps/ Logo by Nata...

In this episode we wrap up our butterfly series with information on hairstreaks, blues, coppers, and harvesters. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

First off, meet our NEW colleague...Bryant McDowell! Then stay to listen and learn about the butterfly family Pieridae, commonly known as the whites and sulfur. Here are some great photos to check out! https://elp.tamu.edu/ipm/bugs/family-pieridae/ Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

In this episode we continue on with the brushfoot butterfly family Nymphalidae. https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/butterfly-gardening/01t4x000004PDZAAA4 Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

In this episode we begin to discuss butterflies in the family Nymphalidae, the brushfoots. https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu/s/product/butterfly-gardening/01t4x000004PDZAAA4 Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Listen in to learn about the milkweed butterflies that are found in the United States: monarchs, queens, soldiers, and tropical milkweed butterflies. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Listen in to find out more about the common swallowtail butterflies that can be found in Texas. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

The perfect insect for conjuring up summer nights. Listen in to discover more about the fascinating life of fireflies. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

This episode we'll talk about the ways that insects communicate by using sound. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

The previous episode covered information on the common social wasps in Texas, so we decided to round out the topic and cover solitary wasps as well. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

This episode we'll talk about the two main groups of social wasps found in Texas: paper wasps and yellowjackets. ....and yes, we touch on hornets as well.... Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Have you ever wondered what the spit stuff is that you see on plants? If so, listen in to find all about the insects that create the "spit". Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen Des Bles

There are a bunch of caterpillars that are emerging/ falling out of oak trees right now (springtime in Texas). Listen in to find out what caterpillars you may be seeing and what or if you should do anything about them. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Honey bees are known for being pollinators, but they also provide us with products. Honey is the most popular of these products, but listen into to find out what else they provide. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Listen to find out more about the history of silk and the insects that create this natural fabric. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Do you know what entomophagy is? I'll give you a hint....ento is base for insect and pahgy is base for eating. Tune into this episode to find out more! Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Cochineal scales are a common insect, sometimes thought to be a pest, on prickly pear cactus. Tune in to find out more about why these insects are used to create a bright red dye called carmine, their history, and uses. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Are you looking for a new way to compost your kitchen scraps? Soldier fly larvae may be just thing for you. This episode has guest Dr. Jonathan Cammack talking with us about Popworms and soldier flies. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Texas leaf cutter ants are fascinating insects but can become a problem if they invade your landscape. Listen to find out more about these fascinating animals! Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

A wasp that makes honey? YES! Listen in to find out more about these totally cute and wonderful insects. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles