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The Cicadas are coming and that is a good thing: They are harmless while maybe a bit annoying or fascinating, depending on one's perspective. They are harmless to people and pets, they can’t bite or sting. They are part of the cycle of nature, and if you want to, you can eat them, too. There is just some risk of damage to young and other vulnerable trees. The great cicada emergence of 2024 is likely to happen soon, a few cicada emergence tubes and chimneys had been found in late April. The mass of cicada Brood XIII will tunnel out of the soil when its temperature reaches 64 degrees at a depth of 8 inches. The emergence of periodical cicadas is a remarkable natural phenomenon that only occurs once in 17 years. For about four to six weeks there will be millions of big, red-eyed insects flying around and making an ear-splitting noise, especially in areas with lots of old trees. Enjoy, it will be another 17 years before we can experience such a spectacle of nature. And by the end of June it will all be over.

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Download image The Red Poplar Leaf Beetle, scientifically known as Chrysomela populi, is a member of the family Chrysomelidae. #Agriculturalpests #Beetlespecies #Beetles #Biodiversity #Chrysomelapopuli #Habitatpreferences #Insectbehavior #Insectecology #insects #Integratedpestmanagement #invertebrates #Leafbeetles #Naturalpestcontrol #Pestcontrol #Pestmanagement #Planteatinginsects #Poplartreepests #RedPoplarLeafBeetle #Wildlifeobservation

Download image The Red Poplar Leaf Beetle, scientifically known as Chrysomela populi, is a member of the family Chrysomelidae. #Agriculturalpests #Beetlespecies #Beetles #Biodiversity #Chrysomelapopuli #Habitatpreferences #Insectbehavior #Insectecology #insects #Integratedpestmanagement #invertebrates #Leafbeetles #Naturalpestcontrol #Pestcontrol #Pestmanagement #Planteatinginsects #Poplartreepests #RedPoplarLeafBeetle #Wildlifeobservation

Exciting find in the cotton field! I spotted the amazing Green Lacewing Larva, a formidable predator and beneficial insect! ✓ Taxonomy Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Arthropoda Class: Insecta Order: Neuroptera (net-winged insects) Family: Chrysopidae (green lacewings) Genus: Chrysopa Species: Chrysoperla carnea (most common species) These natural warriors feed on: Whiteflies (efforts and eggs) Aphids Mealybugs Spider mites Thrips Other soft-bodied insects The Green Lacewing Larva is a valuable ally integrated pest management, helping to o pest populations without harming the environt.

Discover the Nocturnal Pollinators! 🌒 While many of us are asleep, nature’s unsung heroes are hard at work under the cover of darkness. From the majestic Hawk Moths and crucial Bats to the ancient Beetles and elusive Night-flying Birds, these nocturnal pollinators play a vital role in our ecosystems. 🌿🦋🦇 Explore how these fascinating creatures contribute to and maintain our ecosystems at night. Dive into the intricate world of nighttime pollination and learn about their remarkable adaptations and ecological significance. Do you know any nocturnal pollinators? Comment below! #NocturnalPollinators #Pollinators #WildlifeConservation #NatureAtNight

Ready to put your green thumb to the test? Today’s word puzzle is all about plant species! From towering trees to tiny flowers, let’s see how many you can uncover. Think you’ve got what it takes to ace this one? Drop back tomorrow and let us know how you did! #PlantPuzzle #NatureChallenge

Ready to put your green thumb to the test? Today’s word puzzle is all about plant species! From towering trees to tiny flowers, let’s see how many you can uncover. Think you’ve got what it takes to ace this one? Drop back tomorrow and let us know how you did! #PlantPuzzle #NatureChallenge

Ready to put your green thumb to the test? Today’s word puzzle is all about plant species! From towering trees to tiny flowers, let’s see how many you can uncover. Think you’ve got what it takes to ace this one? Drop back tomorrow and let us know how you did! #PlantPuzzle #NatureChallenge

On this International biological diversity day, I would like to share my poem on the Rain Tree. The Rain Tree - A Crowning Glory Covered with clusters of pink-white flowers, Like small upturned brushes, Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, Supporting bio-diversity, A broad umbrella like canopy, Shady and dense in foliage, Alludes to folding up leaves before rain, Evergreen in nature, Quite tall in its stature, Amazing in maintaining moisture levels, Symbolizing growth and renewal, Monkey pod is its other name.