Category: Entomology

Spiders in the Garden, Oh My!

Jun 15, 2023 | Entomology, In the Garden

I don’t have to tell you that some people are terrified of spiders. I chalk it up to fear of the unknown. Like snakes, the best way to lose your fear is by learning about them and how to identify...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Termite bond + Formosan subterranean termites

Jun 8, 2023 | Entomology, In the Garden

“I’ve received a letter from my pest control company about my home’s termite bond for Formosan subterranean termites, Coptotermes formosanus. What do I do?” According to Dr. Eric Benson’s blog on...

What Is It? Wednesday – Spined Soldier Bugs

Jun 7, 2023 | Entomology, In the Garden

Eggs and nymphs of a predatory stink bug called the spined soldier bug (Podisus maculiventris) are on this strawberry leaf. These beneficial insects feed on over 100 pest species of insects and can...

What Is It? Wednesday – Lady Beetle Eggs

May 24, 2023 | Entomology, In the Garden

These orange-colored things stuck to the bottom of a collard leaf are a cluster of lady beetle eggs. Lady beetles are great insects to have around, especially if you have problems with aphids, their...

SC Fruit and Vegetable Field Report- May 15, 2023

May 16, 2023 | Entomology, In the Garden, Problems

Statewide Tony Keinath – Extension Vegetable Pathologist The Emerging Viruses in Cucurbits Working Group (EVCWG) is a national effort to improve the detection and management of virus diseases on all...

Pesticide Application Tips

Mar 31, 2023 | Entomology, Problems, Safe Handling

Learn how to maximize pesticide effectiveness while minimizing risks

Zinnia Insect Pests & Diseases

Oct 11, 2022 | Entomology, Flowers

Learn how to identify and control common zinnia problems.

Mole Cricket Management in Turfgrass

Aug 24, 2022 | Entomology, Lawns

Learn how to identify mole cricket damage and use effective control methods.

Velvet Ants

Jul 18, 2022 | Entomology

Learn about these unique insects and how to avoid their painful stings.

Eastern Eyed Click Beetle

Jul 7, 2022 | Entomology, In the Garden

The eastern eyed click beetle (Alaus oculatus) is found throughout South Carolina. Also known as the eyed elater, this is one of the larger click beetles in the region, with adults sometimes...

Honey Bee Pollen Timing Chart

Dec 2, 2021 | Entomology, In the Garden

Use this chart to track when honey bees collect pollen from various plants, supporting better hive care and productivity.

Pesticide Waste Disposal

Oct 11, 2021 | Entomology, Problems, Safe Handling

Learn how to handle empty pesticide containers to protect people and the environment.