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The Texas A&M Forest Service confirms the invasive beetle has been found in five Texas counties.
It's mating season for Texas tarantulas. Here's what you need to know about the large, fuzzy spiders surfacing this spring.
What You Should Know About April’s Cicada ‘Double Emergence’
Mar 21, 2024 • 4 min. readThis spring, two broods of periodical cicadas will surface across the U.S. at the same time. A Texas A&M AgriLife entomologist explains the rare phenomenon.
Inspired by how fire ants survive floods, Texas A&M scientists have discovered a method that allows synthetic materials to assemble and disassemble in response to changes such as heat or light.
Woollybear caterpillars are making their seasonal journey to overwinter. A Texas A&M AgriLife expert explains.
Bedbugs Are A Problem Beyond Paris — They’re Resurgent Everywhere
Nov 14, 2023 • 4 min. readThe insects are on the rise thanks to a resistance to commonly used chemical insecticides, but a Texas A&M entomologist says it only takes a few easy steps to avoid bringing bedbugs home with you.
$8 Million Grant Establishes Multi-Agency Program To Mitigate Vector-Borne Diseases
Nov 8, 2023 • 5 min. readThe VECTOR program will establish and enhance vector control efforts across Texas and Louisiana.
Indoor Pests On The Rise As Texas Heat, Drought Continue
Sep 13, 2023 • 10 min. readTexas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts offer advice for dealing with ants, scorpions, rodents and more.
Research Seeks Insights On Honeybee Diets For Healthier Hives
Jul 26, 2023 • 6 min. readTexas A&M AgriLife scientists are examining sustainable beekeeping, agriculture and urban development as part of the four-year study.
With four cases detected in Florida and one in the Lone Star State, public health officials are taking steps to prevent further transmission.