Tag Archives: predatory insect
08.04.2020 The best way to rid your garden of harmful pests
Assassin Bug-Pselliopsis cinctus practicing IPM (Integrated Pest Management) on a Japanese Beetle-Popillia japonica. Gardeners can purchase Assassin Bugs but ours are all here by their own choice. They won’t eradicate the unwanted beetles but do keep their numbers down. I … Continue reading
06.26.2020 Flashback Friday-12-spotted Skimmer
Another find at the Lawrence Swamp wet meadow from the archives. Capturing insects in the early morning often allows a close approach that isn’t possible later in the day when they are warmed up and more energetic. A cool morning … Continue reading
08.10.2015 Honest honey, it’s not what it looks like
Although I am sure this shot isn’t going to make anyone jealous, it isn’t what it seems…really, it isn’t. 🙂 This is a pair of jagged ambush bugs.Phymata sp. It is fairly common to find a male riding a female’s … Continue reading