Ongoing

Virtual Entomology Camp (June 29-July 1)

Craving some science?  Want your kids to get outside and enjoy nature?  Join us for a virtual entomology camp! Campers will collect insects, assemble collection, perform entomology activities, and learn all about insects in this three day virtual camp, led by Texas A&M AgriLife Entomologist, Molly Keck. They will interact with instructors and each other, get virtual help with their collections and be able to share their love of insects with their fellow campers. Campers receive an insect collection kit (net, forceps, killing jar, killing solution, pins, spreading... Read More →

Chat with Green Aggies – Crapemyrtle Bark Scale – Pollinators & Beneficials

Crapemyrtle bark scale---Pollinators & Beneficials Register:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8187564320148175632. The laboratory of Dr. Kevin M. Heinz in the Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University, College Station has focused on documenting the abundance and distribution of crapemyrtle bark scale natural enemies in Texas, the factors influencing these parameters, and initiating the search and possible importation of novel natural enemies that could possibly improve biological control of this pest. Kyle Gilder will present on his intensive survey of natural enemies occurring in two localities of Texas, across six consecutive seasons, and... Read More →