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Pest Control Science, Explained
NPMA’s Pestology blog was created with the pest management professional in mind. The pest control industry is driven by science, but often the newest scientific discoveries are not easily digestible. With that in mind, NPMA's entomologists set off to read all of the latest pest management scientific articles and break them down for you!
Meet the Entomologists: Mike Bentley, Laura Rosenwald, and Ellie Sanders
We are three board-certified entomologists who work at the National Pest Management Association with a passion for urban entomology and a healthy dose of humor. Mike holds a PhD from the University of Florida, studying ants. Ellie has a master's from Virginia Tech with a background in ornamental pest management, and Laura has a master's from the University of Kentucky specializing in spiders.
These posts often accompany episodes of our podcast, NPMA BugBytes. If you would like to hear more live discussions about the articles with our hosts and guest stars, take a listen!
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Read the Latest Blog Posts
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.
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.
Mosquito Swarms, Blacklegged Tick Management, and Silver Bullets for Pest Control
In the December 2024 episode of NPMA BugBytes, the team covered mosquito swarms, tick management, and biting midges.
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!
Discarded Vehicle Tires and Their Association with Mosquito Vector Abundance across Socioenvironmental Gradients in New Orleans, LA
Source reduction is crucial in controlling adult mosquito populations, especially in New Orleans, where discarded tires serve as breeding grounds. Research shows that these tires are more prevalent in low-income neighborhoods, correlating with higher populations of container mosquitoes like Aedes albopictus, which spread diseases. Targeted removal efforts are essential for public health.
Flight Capacity and Behavior of Ephestia Kuehniella (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) in Response to Kairomonal and Pheromonal Stimuli
Stored product pests, notably the Mediterranean Flour moth, cause significant economic losses in grain production. Research reveals these moths can fly distances of 24.7 to 34.3 kilometers but are influenced by pheromones and food cues in their flight behavior. Understanding these factors could enhance management strategies for pest control.