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The $3,000 Beetle: Why the Titan Beetle Is the Holy Grail for Insect Collectors

The titan beetle (Titanus giganteus) may just be the insect equivalent of a giant, flawless diamond. The species has a ...
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Ron Kujawski | Garden Journal: Beneficial insects have hand in pest management

An often over-looked approach to pest management in the vegetable garden is enhancement of the population of beneficial insects. Examples of beneficial insects include lady beetles, ground beetles ...
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Gardening with allies: using plants to aid in insect management

Are you tired of garden pests and want to reduce pesticide use? Certain plants can help manage insects in your garden. Beneficial insects help control pest populations by attracting predators that ...
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Low-impact insecticides for gardeners

ST. PAUL - Now that we have left the doldrums of winter behind us, the promise of a new growing season beckons. Although we hope we don't encounter insect pests, we should be prepared to act if it ...
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Do insects have feelings? Scientists uncover surprising evidence of stress, optimism and pain-like states in bees and ants

New research suggests insects may experience emotion-like states, showing stress responses and even exhibiting pessimism or optimism. Studies indicate they respond to noxious stimuli with primitive ...