The invasive Arundo plant threatens local water supplies. See how ARS scientists are identifying insects that are naturally equipped to fight this problem.
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ARS researchers are helping farmers use beneficial insects to protect their crops.
Feb 07, 2024 -
This insect is native to East Asia and feeds on the sap of the vividly colorful crapemyrtle trees, as well as apple and blackberry plants.
Jun 08, 2022 -
Learn how ARS scientists are working hard to fight this pest and protect our beloved ash trees.
Apr 07, 2022 -
These parasitic wasps lay eggs inside the developing fly larva and consume them from the inside.
Apr 04, 2022 -
ARS scientists are constantly discovering and describing new species of insects like the ostrich moth.
Feb 02, 2022 -
This moth is native to Southeast Asia and its caterpillar feeds on the tissues inside stems of plants in the myrtle family.
Jan 04, 2022