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3 Tips to Take Bug Photos That Entomologists Can Actually Identify
Effective pest management begins with proper insect identification, often requiring the expertise of entomologists. To assist these specialists, it's crucial to take clear photographs by getting close, maintaining focus, and capturing multiple angles of the insect. Poor quality images hinder identification efforts and should be avoided.
NPMA BugBytes Live at Pestworld 2024 in Denver, Colorado!
Your NPMA Bugbytes team taped a LIVE podcast episode with attendees at PestWorld 2024 in Denver Colorado! The team covered new research on paper wasps, bed bugs, and Argentine ants. And, a new podcast trophy was unveiled!
Termite Tunneling, Horse Flies, and Cockroach Salmonella
In the January 2025 episode of NPMA BugBytes, the team covered termite tunneling, horse flies, and salmonella in cockroaches.
Spider Heartrates, Rancid Fats, and Love Pheromones
In the February 2025, episode of NPMA BugBytes, the team covered Joro spider heartrates, rancid fats as pest repellents, and pheromone control of Indian meal moths.
Controlling House Flies, Insecticide Resistant Mosquitos, and Tracking Red Imported Fire Ants
In the March 2025, episode of NPMA BugBytes, the team covered house fly control, mosquito circadian rhythms and insecticide resistance, and fire ant monitoring methods
Cockroach Gel Baits, Termite Corpses, and Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
In the May 2025, the team discusses new research on consumer grade cockroach baits, termite corpse management, and APHIS data on avian flu in mammals. Read more about the research discussed on the episode here.
