Flying Insects

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Flying Insects

Did you know that insects are the only non-vertibrates that fly? From bees to dragonflies, butterflies and moths, the insect world is filled with flight-capable creatures.

Flying Insects features articles on the American clearwing hawk moth, the Monarch butterfly, the firefly, the honey bee, and the Japanese beetle and its impact on your garden. You'll also find articles with pest management strategies for fruit flies, cicadas, wasps and yellow-jackets.

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Actias Luna, the World's Most Beautiful Moth

Although one of the largest moths in North America, the luna silkworm moth is rarely seen outside of rural wooded areas. Any sighting is spectacular.

May 10, 2012 – Melanie Forde

Wasps: Baneful, but Beneficial

By preying on numerous insect pests, wasps perform a service to gardener and farmer. But the evil-looking wasp is rarely perceived as a beneficial insect.

Apr 10, 2012 – Melanie Forde

Host Mason Bees in Your Garden

Welcome these super-pollinating gentle bees into your garden for up-close observation.

Mar 22, 2012 – Sara McGrath

Ten Strategies to Avoid Getting Malaria - With No Side Effects

Sometimes taking anti-malarial drugs can have bad side affects. These preventative measures do not.

Oct 9, 2011 – Richard Milnes

How Nontoxic Moths Jam Bat Sonar with Ultasonic Pulses

Nontoxic moths have no chemical defenses against bats, but produce clicks that jam bat sonar instead of mimicking toxic moths.

Sep 22, 2011 – Albert Burchsted

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