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| [Image: Biting Mosquito]Mosquito Landing Rate Counts As a part of a state-supported aerial mosquito spraying program coordinated by the Louisiana Department of Heath and Hospitals, mosquito landing rate counts are required before and after aerial spraying is conducted. |
| [Image: Red Imported Fire Ants Quiz]Fire Ant Quiz This interactive and fun quiz will challenge your knowledge of Red Imported Fire Ants. |
| Management in Your Yard There are many ways to manage red imported fire ants in urban areas. Here we present two options: Evenly distribute baits or granular contact insecticides throughout your yard. |
| Community-Based Management Using Baits This article explains the correct method for applying fire ant bait in the community for maximum control. |
| [Image: termite inspection]Termite Inspection 101 Information card on places to look for Formosan subterranean termite Infestations |
| [Image: termites in trees]Termites in Trees Information card on where to look for termites in trees |
| [Image: Image of guide cover]A Guide for Integrated Pest Management of Termites There are about 2,500 species of termites worldwide. Although only about 2% are frequent invaders of wood structures used by humans, termites must be managed because they can and will cause great damage. This publication includes information on how to manage them. Only available in pdf format. |
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| New Orleans Flooding Could Slow Termite Spread Termites can’t hold their breath forever, although they have a capacity to live under water for a significant amount of time, according to a world-renowned termite expert. That means termites in areas flooded by the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina may not be as prevalent as they have been for a while – offering a small grain of good news among the massive destruction. |
| [Image: bees]Bug Biz: Removing Bees from Walls The process of removing honeybees from walls in a house is complex. Most people think they only have to spray and kill the bees. This would be effective if they were yellow jackets or hornets or even bumblebees. Honeybees, however,require a more demanding process. |
| [Image: carpenter bees]Bug Biz: Carpenter Bees The living drill, as the carpenter bee has been appropriately named by many homeowners, has the ability to bore into and structurally damage timbers and other painted or unpainted wooden materials. These holes are actually the nesting sites the bees use to raise their young. |
| [Image: Lovebugs and problems.]Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: September 2007 The insect list is short this month, but one item in particular includes an in-depth discussion. The African honeybees and their recent discovery in two more parishes have some of the public concerned. Before there is a panic, some information needs to be presented. |
| Links Links to additional Web sites that provide information on mosquitoes and West Nile Virus. |
| Bee Ready Vol. 75 - August 2006 It has been an on again-off again honeybee season, and the weather has not really cooperated for the bees -- first, too dry and too hot; now too wet in some areas for the bees to work efficiently. |
| [Image: Love bugs]Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: September 2006 We are seeing a decline in some insect populations but some explosions in others. Here are some potential problems this month. |
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| Pink Hibiscus Mealybug The pink hibiscus mealybug is an invasive species that will infest agricultural crops, vegetables, fruits and ornamentals. Populations can be hard to detect initially but can build up quickly and spread by wind, birds, animals and humans. |
| Comparison of Native and Formosan Subterranean Termites Biology, Ecology and Methods of Control Formosan and subterranean termite biology, ecology and behavior are compared and contrasted. |
| Types of Termites in Louisiana There are two majors types of termites in Louisiana: Subterranean and drywood. The subterranean termites are divided into two subgroups: The native subterranean termites and the Formosan subterranean termite. Determining the type of termite is important for management. |
| How can I tell if I have Formosan termites in my house? Learn how to inspect and treat your home for Formosan termites as well as common problem areas to look for. |
| Supertermites Formosan subterranean termites are more aggressive and cause more damage than native subterranean termite species because of special biological attributes. |
| Detection Tips Detecting termites in trees can be helped by a few tips on where to look. |
| What is West Nile Virus? West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne disease that can cause encephalitis, or a brain infection. Mosquitoes acquire the virus from birds and pass it on to other birds, animals and people. |
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| Are Mosquitoes Bugging You? A poster containing information on how to protect yourself from mosquitoes. |
| LSU AgCenter Provides Fish To Control Mosquitoes The LSU AgCenter is providing mosquitofish (Gambusia affinis) to the New Orleans area in an effort to suppress mosquito populations in the many abandoned swimming pools in the city. |
| Recognizing Types of Termites Identifying to species, recognizing problems and having a sound knowledge of control techniques can help in solving a termite problem. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 2 Argentine ants have been reported in a few isolated areas in Louisiana. These ants are different from fire ants in appearance, nesting habits and behavior. These differences make control efforts different as well. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 1 This is the first issue of a newsletter intended to communicate new information and recommendations for fire ant management and other ant problems in Louisiana. This issue focuses on current methods for community-wide fire ant control. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: September 2006 We are seeing a decline in some insect populations but some explosions in others. Here are some potential problems this month. |
| Basic Nest Biology and Structure of Argentine Ants Linepithema humile (Mayr), the Argentine ant, is an important invasive species that has great impact on agriculture, urban and natural environments worldwide. This poster discusses the basic nest biology and structure of the Argentine Ants. |
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| Standard Conditions, Scientific Collecting (wild birds): 50 CFR 21.23 Conditions A document containing the Standard Conditions, Scientific Collecting (wild birds): 50 CFR 21.23 Conditions. |
| Louisiana Pesticide Rules and Regulations A document containing the Louisiana Pesticide Rules and Regulations. |
| Louisiana Pesticide Law Document containing the Louisiana Pesticide Law. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs August 2008 Caterpillars and adults on shade trees and chinch bugs and parasitized armyworm. |
| New Technologies Developed to Combat Formosan Subterranean Termites A grassy plant used worldwide for erosion control and a new pop-up termite indicator may provide new, environmentally safe weapons in the arsenal to combat subterranean termites. |
| Formosan Termites Swarming; Don’t Help Them Spread It’s the time of the year when Formosan subterranean termites swarm and spread their colonies. Humans help termites travel great distances when they move infested railroad ties, utility poles, lumber, landscaping timbers, potted plants, shipping crates, pallets, mobile homes, paper and other cellulose products. |
| Formosan Termite Treatment In French Quarter Expanding The expansion is part of a federally funded test program dubbed Operation Full Stop, which is looking for ways to control the destructive creatures. |
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| The Sesquiterpenoid Nootkatone and the Absolute Configuration of a Dibromo Derivative The 3-dimensional structure of tetrahydronootkatone and nootkatone was determined. A description of our methods and results are provided. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: November 2006 Well, we are coming to the final days of the year, and we still have a few bugs causing some problems. |
| Homeowner Pesticides: Ornamentals & Turf This Web page examines the materials available to the homeowners for use on ornamentals and turf. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs June 2008 Ants and insects of the month |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs November 2007 Bugs of November to watch for in home and yards. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: June 2007 Well, summer is here, and we are seeing some different pests to start it off. |
| Distributors of Fire Ant Bait The public can order any fire ant bait through local hardware stores, nurseries or coop/feed stores. |
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| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: May 2007 We finally got some rain but it only made things grow better for some pests. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs April 2007 The weather has warmed, and the bugs are everywhere. Some are even a little early. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: April 2006 This is going to be an interesting beginning to what appears to be a long, hot, buggy year. Several problems are being affected by the hot dry weather, and some bugs are being found early and in areas where they are not usually a problem. |
| Bee Ready Vol. 71 March 2005 Provides Honeybee informatiom in Louisiana. Includes honey prices, pest control, bee hive registration information as well as information on swarms and removal of bees. |
| Ant Issues Vol. 3: Fire Ants During Dry Seasons Fire ants may be an indoor problem during the dry season as they search for water and food. The mounds move below the surface but they will still forage for food during the cooler times of the day. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: March, 2007 Spring is supposed to be here shortly, but the temperature outside is a little frosty. But this hasn’t deterred the insects. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: March 2006 The weather has been up and down, and the bug populations seem to have adjusted. And if this is any indication, we will have a full year and then some. We are having reports on pests that normally do not show up until April. |
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| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: February 2007 The weather may have killed a few insects, but the vast majority are still kicking. A good example are the mosquitoes we have been seeing every time the sun warms us up a little. |
| Regional Pest Alert Scales The lobate lac scale, native to India and Sri Lanka, was first reported on hibiscus in Broward County, Florida, in 1999 and was found on several other hosts in Broward and Miami-Dade counties in 2000. The scale was found in six additional southern Florida counties by 2004, and it has rapidly become a major pest. This publication was produced and distributed by USDA–CSREES Integrated Pest Management Centers in cooperation with the National Plant Diagnostic Network, APHIS, and ARS. |
| Parishes with Spreaders for Area-wide Programs Map showing parishes that have a spreader available for use in area wide application of fire ant baits. Listing of locations by parish that have implemented the area wide program. |
| Bee Ready Vol. 72 September 2005 Volume 72 provides information on the African honeybee movement into Louisiana, Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry district offices, The state beekeepers' meeting, the October field day at the USDA Bee Breeding and Physiology Laboratory and the State Fair honey competition. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: December 2007 It seems just yesterday it was 2007. Pest problems are light presently, but two major situations have developed. |
| Bee Ready Vol. 76 - November 2006 The winners of the 2006 honey competition competed in three categories: Light Honey, Amber Honey and Dark Honey. Due to the reduced number of entries, the competition will be discontinued at the state fair. The competition will be moved to the state beekeepers meeting if enough requests are made for it to continue. |
| Bee Ready Vol. 74 - November 2005 It’s been an exhausting year with all that has happened. We have the African honeybee in three parishes; we had hot, dry weather that reduced the honey crop; the price of honey went down; and we had not one but two hurricanes that tried to blow us all away or drown us. |
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| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: December 2006 Lady bugs are excellent predators of aphids and several other small, soft-bodied insect pests, but they have a bad habit of colonizing when the weather begins to cool. Watch for wasps and bees looking for a place to overwinter, and keep a sharp eye out for pests in Christmas trees and firewood. |
| Bugs, Bugs,Bugs February 2008 Bugs of the month. |
| Mosquitoes pose threat: Keep their numbers down Mosquitoes buzz around Louisiana every day of the year. More than 60 species inhabit the state. While many are benign, some are carriers – or vectors – of several worrisome diseases. It's everyone's responsibility to keep their numbers down. |
| The Mighty Termite: Scientists work to corral the spread LSU AgCenter scientists continue to add weapons to their arsenal as they battle the spread of the Formosan subterranean termite. And they’re making headway. This pest voraciously consumes wooden structures and woody plants and causes hundreds of millions of dollars in damages. |
| Bee Ready vol. 78 Information about studies on CCD. |
| INVASIVE INSECT SPECIES Power point on invasive species. |
| Research Confirms Storms Eliminated Fire Ants In Some Areas The destructive force of tidal surges from hurricanes Katrina and Rita at least had one benefit – controlling fire ants, according to researchers from the LSU AgCenter. LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Linda Hooper-Bui recently said field surveys in the area of Plaquemines, St. Bernard and Orleans parishes area after Hurricane Katrina and in Southwest Louisiana after Hurricane Rita showed the fire ant population was far below normal in areas flooded by storm surge. |
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| Scientists work to control the threat of fire ants Red imported fire ants are not just a nuisance. They pose a health threat to many individuals allergic to their sting. LSU AgCenter entomologists are working to control these pests. |
| Bugs, Bugs, bugs - May 2008 Bugs to watch for in May |
| Managing Imported Fire Ants in Urban Areas Properly identifying the ant species is the first step in determining whether and how to control them. In this publication there are options for managing various kinds of imported fire ant problems. |
| April 15: Time to Organize Neighborhood Fire Ant Control This article encourages people to begin to organize their community-wide fire ant management day for launch in mid-April |
| Efforts Under Way To Prevent Spread Of Formosan Subterranean Termites In Mulch From Louisiana Following Hurricanes Katrina And Rita Efforts are under way to prevent the spread of Formosan subterranean termites in mulch from New Orleans and Louisiana following hurricanes Katrina and Rita. It is true that there is a lot of cellulose debris (wood, paper and their products) in Louisiana following these two hurricanes. |
| Quarantine On Wood, Cellulose Material After Hurricanes Katrina And Rita The commissioner of agriculture in Louisiana imposed a quarantine for the Formosan subterranean termite on October 3, 2005, in Calcasieu, Cameron, Jefferson, Jefferson Davis, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, St. John the Baptist, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington parishes. The Formosan subterranean termite is the most destructive insect in Louisiana. |
| LSU AgCenter Expert Suggests Evaluating Termite Treatments After Hurricanes Owners of South Louisiana property affected by last year’s hurricanes may need to evaluate the termite protection for their homes and other buildings but won’t necessarily need to treat again, according to an entomologist with the LSU AgCenter. |
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| Pier & Beam Construction Pier and beams construction can make temite tubes visible if good contruction techniques are followed |
| Bug Biz: Wireworms This publication includes a description of wireworms and explains the importance and types of injuries they can cause to your trees. It also includes information on their life history, habits and methods of control. |
| Insect Repellents People who work or play outdoors are often attacked by numerous species of insects, ticks and mites. If you choose or are required to be outside when insects are active, use a repellent. This publication explains how repellents are chemical substances that protect people from insect attack by making the body unattractive or offensive to insects. A repellent does not have to kill insects to be effective, although it may. |
| Tetramorium bicarinatum: Pavement Ants Identification, biology and treatment of pavement ants |
| Little Black Ant Management in Structures Identification, biology, and treatment of Little Black Ants. |
| Fair Exhibit Shows How To Attract Butterflies (Distributed 11/27/07) Butterfly gardening is a rewarding hobby that creates a calming effect, Wendy Babiak of Shreveport said as she observed a butterfly garden at the State Fair of Louisiana. Babiak, a Master Gardener who has a “wildlife oasis smack in the middle of Broadmoor,” a Shreveport subdivision, helped put together an LSU AgCenter fair exhibit on how gardening can be used to attract butterflies. |
| Domestic Birds, Poultry Not Likely to Harbor Encephalitis Viruses The chances of poultry and other domestic birds acquiring mosquito-transmitted encephalitis viruses are relatively low, according to an LSU AgCenter expert, who says you also can take precautions to further reduce that risk. |
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| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: October 2007 A couple of bugs this month are new to the state. You're encouragedto pick up and send in anything you have not seen before. Especially if you get plants from outside the state or something unusual shows up after a storm or other extreme conditions. |
| LSU AgCenter Entomologist Says Leave Hibiscus Mealybug Management To Experts Authorities are releasing a natural enemy of the pink hibiscus mealybug to try to bring this insect, which is a danger to both nursery and agricultural crops, under control, LSU AgCenter entomologist Dr. Dale Pollet said Tuesday (Oct. 10, 2006). |
| Pink Hibiscus Mealybug Infestations and Parasite Release Parishes with confirmed infestations of pink hibiscus mealybug. |
| Bugs, Bugs, Bugs: October 2006 A few strange caterpillars and other insects are being found around the state. |
| Formosan Subterranean Termite Damage and Detection Most people are aware of the damage fire and severe weather can do to their homes, but many overlook the threat of termites. Photos of termite damage and signs of termite infestation are included in this publication, which covers Formosan subterranean termites and other subterranean termites. |
| The Pest Ants of Louisiana: A Guide to Their Identification, Biology and Control Ants range from mildly to highly annoying. Knowing the species, biology and control can help you manage them. This is a useful reference for pest management professionals, extension personnel and homeowners. A key to ants, color photographs, diagrams and a glossary are included. Spiral bound copies are available for $10 each. To purchase using a check, use the pdf order form. To purchase with a credit card, click on "order publication." |
| Ant Issues Vol. 5: How Fire Ants Move Fire Ants move long distances through the transport of potted plants, soil and sod. Fire ants spread by producing new queens and colony movement from unacceptable site due to flooding or other disturbances. |
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| Ant Issues Vol. 4: Fire Ant Bait All fire ant baits work very well when applied according to the label instructions. The way a fire ant bait works depends on the active ingredient in the bait. |
| Louisiana Mosquito Abatement Plan Because of the impact of mosquitoes in Louisiana on humans and domestic and wild animals, the negative effect on tourism and especially their potential as carriers of organisms that cause diseases, the first mosquito abatement districts were established in the early 1960s. Since then, with the help of the Louisiana Mosquito Control Association (LMCA) and the Louisiana State University Agricultural Center (AgCenter) entomologists, several other parishes have established mosquito control programs |
| Mosquito-borne Diseases of Veterinary Importance in Louisiana Dr. Maxwell Lea of the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry provides information on the diagnosis and treatment of 3 mosquito-borne diseases afflicting animals in Louisiana: Canine Heartworm Disease, Eastern Equine Encephalomyelitis (Sleeping Sickness) and West Nile Virus. |
| Bug Biz: Carpenter Bees This publication includes information on the identification and management of carpenter bees. |
| Bug Biz: Removing Bees From Walls The process of removing honeybees from walls in a house is complex. This publication explains how to safely and properly remove the bees from your walls. |
| Bug Biz: Fire Ants The red imported fire ant, a Louisiana resident since the early 1950s, can be a painful pest or a beneficial friend. Depending on your situation, you may want to manage these ants or simply let them go about their helpful way. Eradication vs. management of the fire ant is discussed in this fact sheet. |
| Skeeter Buster Activity Lesson Lesson activity for 4th-12th graders on fighting off mosquitoes. |
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| Bug Biz: Twospotted Spider Mites in Strawberries The twospotted spider mite is one of the most persistent and damaging pest problems affecting strawberry production in Louisiana. Damage, description, life cycle, monitoring, control information and color photos included. Spanish version also included. |
| Monolithic Slab Construction Termites can not eat through solid concrete. In order to enter a structure they must come up around the outside edges or enter through some other opening in the slab. Traditional termite treatments require the application of a continuous chemical barrier to the soil around all possible entry points. |
| Bug Biz: Managing Argentine Ants in Louisiana The Argentine ant, an exotic species brought to New Orleans from South America in the late 1800s, is found throughout the state after being transported in nursery stock and by cars, boats and RVs. Their huge colonies, with millions of workers and hundreds of queens, extend for miles. Identifying characteristics, areawide management and cultural controls incuded. |
| Phoridae: Humpbacked Or Coffin Flies Information on Phorid flies creating problems in hurricane damaged areas. They feed on and develop in decaying vegetable and animal material. |
| Ant Species of Louisiana A complete list of all ant species found in Louisiana. The link to the Ant Web at the bottom of the table gives information on the different species of ants of Louisiana. |
| Army Ant The identification and biology of the army ant, Labidus coecus. |
| Pharaoh Ant Management in Structures Identification, biology and treatment of the Pharaoh Ant |
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| Pheidole: Big-Headed Ants Big-headed ants are small to large ants (2-8mm) that appear to have many sizes. |
| Acrobat Ant Acrobat ants, Crematogaster spp., are small (2-4mm), ants that appear to be all the same size.) The abdomen is heart-shaped when viewed from above, (and) the heads are round. |
| Cardiocondyla nuda Identification, biology and treatment of Cardiocondyla nuda. |
| West Nile Virus - A Mosquito-Borne Disease in Louisiana Facts and information on the West Nile virus and how it's affecting Louisiana. |
| Beginning With Bees Keeping bees can be a fascinating and profitable hobby in Louisiana. Start with one or two colonies and as you learn the mechanics of beekeeping, establish additional colonies. |
| Formosan Subterranean Termite Control & Prevention After Hurricanes and Flooding Is Retreating for Termites Necessary? Also find information on preventing formosan subterranean termites from spreading, disposing of termite infested wood and debris, transporting mulch and other wood debris, inspecting and retreating, signs of infestation and differences between termites and ants. |
| Butterfly Gardening for Louisianians Many Louisiana gardeners are expressing their desire to attract butterflies to their yards. Learn how to create a butterfly-friendly environment with a few simple requirements: food, water, shelter and a place to reproduce. |
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