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Paper Wasps, Yellowjackets and Solitary Wasps
(2003-07-23)
Several kinds of stinging wasps can pose health and safety threats to humans. This publication discusses the biology and characteristics of social and solitary wasps--paper wasps, yellowjackets, hornets, solitary wasps and ...
Bagworms
(2008-07-02)
Bagworms are a pest of evergreens and many broadleaved plants. If left unchecked, they can completely defoliate trees and shrubs. This publication explains how to identify the various bagworm species in Texas and how to ...
Larger Black Flour Beetle in Southern High Plains Homes
(2007-04-09)
Larger black flour beetles have invaded homes and other buildings in some Southern High Plains counties in Texas. This publication explains how to identify the beetles, find and eliminate the source, and exclude the insects ...
Centipedes and Millipedes
(2004-09-17)
Centipedes and millipedes are not usually considered to be destructive pests. However, centipedes will bite, and millipedes give off a repugnant odor when handled. This publication lists many ways to control these pests ...
Subterranean Termites
(2005-12-05)
Subterranean termites are the most destructive pests of wood in the United States. This publication explains the distribution, identification, biology and habits of subterranean termites. It also describes the damage they ...
Common Insect and Mite Pests of Humans
(2008-09-25)
This publication explains how to identify and manage common insects and mites that cause problems for people in and around their homes. Discussed are lice, bedbugs, fleas, scabies mites, chiggers, and bird and rodent mites.
Mosquito Problems after a Storm
(2008-08-05)
Areas flooded after a severe storm are prone to mosquito problems. Several mosquito species are a danger to humans because of the diseases they transmit. This publication explains the symptoms of dengue fever, West Nile ...
The Texas Two-Step Method: Do-It-Yourself Fire Ant Control for Homes and Neighborhoods (Spanish)
(2002-10-04)
The two-step method is a simple approach to controlling fire ants. The first step is to broadcast a bait insecticide over the entire yard. The second step is to treat individual mounds. Information is given on various bait ...
Wood-boring Insects of Trees and Shrubs
(2008-06-17)
This publication explains how to identify and control wood-boring insects that invade shrubs and shade trees in Texas. 12 pages, 9 figures, 6 photographs, 1 table
Fall Webworm
(2004-10-08)
The fall webworm is a common pest of trees and shrubs. This insect produces unsightly webs, and repeated infestations can damage plants. Control methods are most successful when one understands the pest's life cycle. This ...