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Mapping Insect Diversity In An Urban Landscape: Plants By Genus And Attracted Insect Families, Shelley Rekte

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

This project was based on observations at my residence located in the 68510 zip code of Lincoln, Nebraska. Keeping a journal of observations beginning April 26, 2019 and ending on September 28, 2019, I made entries at least twice a week. I often observed the area more than twice a week to check for different insects than what had been journaled. Journal entries were usually made during late morning to mid-afternoon, as this timeframe seemed to provide the most insect activity. Incidental observations were usually made early morning, and late afternoon to evening. In general, populations of insect families were …

High School Arthropod Display Case, Daniel Taylor

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Background: I teach at a high school in Northfield, Minnesota. I love teaching kids science and getting them excited about it. Unfortunately, I currently only teach chemistry and there are almost no elective science classes at our high school. I would love to get students interested in learning about entomology with me or on their own. Few students have ever been exposed to insect in a positive light ever before.

I have had some success at our school with entomological engagement. Each year during the zoology unit I go in to the biology classes as a “guest lecturer” and give …

How Do Entomologists Use Insects To Determine Pmi, Johnnie Erskine

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

The use of forensic entomology is one of the fastest growing methods used to determine the cause of death by law enforcement personnel. This paperexplores and examines the various insects that are found on dead bodies during different time periods. The purpose of this paper is also to analyze and evaluate how forensic entomology is beneficial when compared to the other methods of forensic science that are used in crime investigations. Goff (2000) states, “anyone involved in death investigations quickly becomes aware of the connection between dead bodies and maggots.” (Goff, 2000). Insects are used to help with the recycling …

Fumigation For The Commercial/Noncommercial Pesticide Applicator: Revision Of The 3rd Edition, 2011, Jerry Heath

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

The primary purpose of this manual is to prepare candidates interested in becoming certified pesticide applicators in Nebraska Category 11, Fumigation. This category includes commercial and non-commercial applicators who use or supervise the use of restricted use pesticides in solid or gaseous formulations within enclosed tight spaces such as tents, vaults, tarped stacks, structures, vehicles or vessels for a wide variety of conditions or commodities, including raw agricultural products.

Not included in the scope of this manual is soil fumigation, Category 1(a). The greatest demand for fumigation is for commodities, food products and food processing facilities. Target pests are mostly …

Mosquito Abatement Monitoring: West Nile In Los Angeles County, Elisa Gonzalez

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

West Nile virus (WNV) has become established across the U.S. with heightened activity causing significant human illness. Monitoring methods to predict the risk of human infection are urgently need to initiate timely preventative measures and justify the expense of implementing costly or unpopular control measures, such as aerial spraying or curfews. This research outlines several ways to further improve the productive power of monitoring mosquitoes. These results demonstrate that mosquito monitoring provides a valuable public health tool for assessing the risk of human arboviral infections, allocating limited public health resources, and justifying emergency control actions.

A key challenge has been …

Scientific Illustrations Of Beetles From Maryland And Virginia, Sarah Zuehlke

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

This project involves illustrated beetles commonly found in Maryland and Virginia. Scientific illustrations were created using techniques including graphite pencils, scratchboard, pen and ink, and colored pencils. Educational applications for this project include highlights for science lessons. Descriptions, habitat, and diet information were included with each beetle illustration. Collection tips for each species were provided. Illustration technique used were included for each beetle. All illustrations are original hand drawn work.

List of Beetles (Beetle Families presented in alphabetical order)

Family Brentidae — Oak Timberworm – Arrenodes minutus

Family Carabidae — Fiery Searcher – Calosoma scrutator • Six-Spotted Tiger Beetle – …

Some Aspects Of Woodpecker Predation On The Spruce Beetle In Colorado, Steven R. Helm

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Historic data on predation by woodpeckers, primarily the American three-toed woodpecker (Picoides dorsalis), on epidemic levels of the spruce beetle (Dendroctonus rufipennis) in Engelmann spruce (Picea engelmannii) forests of Colorado are analyzed in this report. Significant differences in beetle consumption by male and female woodpeckers as well as seasonal differences in beetle consumption by woodpeckers in general were discovered through statistical analyses. Potential ecological explanations for observed differences are discussed.

Integrated Pest Management Plan, Bryon Kacprzyk

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

This Integrated Pest Management Plan is to provide a framework through which pest management is defined and accomplished in northern Lowndes County in Georgia and focusing on Moody AFB. The plan identifies elements of the program to include health, environmental protection, safety, training, pest identification and pest management. This plan is to be used as a tool to reduce pesticide use, enhance environmental protection, and maximize the use of integrated pest management techniques. The overall objective of the program is to provide guidance for operating an effective pest management program. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles are stressed and application of …

The Endangered Insects Of North America: A Brief Survey, Angela Anthony,

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Foreword 3

Chapter One: Introduction 4

Chapter Two: American Burying Beetle, Nicrophorus americanus 8

Chapter Three: Karner Blue Butterfly, Lycaeides melissa samuelis 12

Chapter Four: Hine’s Emerald Dragonfly, Somatochlora hineana 15

Chapter Five: Hawaiian Picture Wing Fly, Drosophila sp 18

Chapter Six: Zayante Band-Winged Grasshopper, Trimerotropis infantilis 21

Chapter Seven: Salt Creek Tiger Beetle, Cicindela nevadica lincolniana 24

Chapter Eight: Rusty Patched Bumble Bee, Bombus affinis 27

Chapter Nine: Monarch Butterfly, Danaus plexippus 31

Chapter Ten: Conclusion and How to Get Involved 35

References and Further Reading 37

Acknowledgments 41

About the Author

Mimicry In Insects: An Illustrated Study In Mimicry And Cryptic Coloration In Insects, Merrie Schultz

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

INSECT MIMICRY 4

WHAT IS MIMICRY? 5

MÜLLERIAN MIMICRY 7

MÜLLERIAN MIMICRY 8

YELLOWJACKET – VESPULA SPP. 9

HONEY BEE – APIS SPP. 10

BUMBLE BEE – BOMBUS SPP. 11

VELVET ANT (COW KILLER) – DASYMUTILLA OCCIDENTALIS 12

BLISTER BEETLE – EUPOMPHA ELEGANS 13

THREAD-WAISTED WASP – AMMOPHILA SPP. 14

MONARCH BUTTERFLY – DANAUS PLEXIPPUS 15

VICEROY BUTTERFLY – LIMENTIS SPP. 16

BATESIAN MIMICRY 17

BATESIAN MIMICRY 18

METALLIC WOODBORING BEETLE – ACMAEODERA SPP. 19

WASP BEETLE – CLYTUS SPP. 20

FLOWER LONGHORN BEETLE – TYPOCERUS SPP. 21

BEE BEETLE – TRICHIUS SPP. 22

BEE FLY – BOMBYLIUS SPP. 23 …

Understanding And Controlling The Red Legged Ham Beetle (Necropia Rufipes), Alexandria Hammel

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

The Red Legged Ham Beetle (Necrobia rufipes), RLHB has fascinated me since the moment we met. The beautiful greens and blues that sparkle from its elytra, the sharp and fast red legs that flash just below the body and just last month I was able to see a RLHB in flight for the first time. My squeal of delight was not left un-mocked by my coworkers. This beetle is a detrimental and determined stored product pest. One that, we in the pet food business, don’t take lightly. This generated a need for control in warehousing as distribution but …

Kit 16: Children's Library Kit, Lauren Segreto

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Kit 16A- Insect Adaptation This kit serves as an introduction to a variety of insect adaptations. Learn about how insects adjust to their environment with this selection of images and sounds of various insects. Insects communicate with sound, with visuals, they walk, run, fly, and sometimes even swim, some insects are capable of camouflage, and others are pollinators. This kit provides a book focusing on the chirping of crickets, the reasons they chirp, as well as how they do it as well as a variety of pictures of other insects and their different adaptations that allow then to survive in …

Macroinvertebrates Of The Teton River Drainage, Maggie P .J. Heumann

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

About the Teton River 3

Maps of the Teton River 4-5

Macroinvertebrate & Life History Overview 6-8

Major Macroinvertebrate Groups

Mayflies 9-16: Ameletidae • Baetidae • Ephemerellidae • Heptageniidae • Leptohyphidae • Leptophlebiidae • Siphlonuridae

Caddisflies 17-22: Brachycentridae • Glossosomatidae • Hydropsychidae • Limnephilidae • Rhyacophilidae

Stoneflies 23-30: Capniidae • Chloroperlidae • Nemouridae • Perlidae • Perlodidae • Pteronarcyidae • Taeniopterygidae

True Flies 31-38: Athericidae • Ceraptopogonidae • Chironomidae • Culicidae • Empididae • Simuliidae • Tipulidae

Beetles 39-42: Dytiscidae • Elmidae • Haliplidae

Dragonflies & Damselflies 43

True Bugs (Hemiptera) 44

Worms & Leeches 45

Mollusks & Snails 46 …

Let’S Go Find A Bug, Jonathan Mcghee

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

The insect world is largely a mystery to many people. In fact, large parts of the insect world are mysteries to even those that study them. With the help of an extraordinary camera man, a vision, and the spirit of adventure, we set off on an endeavor to bring the minute insect world to the everyday person. Please join us as we capture a small amount of the biodiversity of Southern California and bring it right to your front door. Let’s go find a bug.

Mosquito 101, Joanna Tyszko

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Training Module 1: Basics of Mosquito biology, ecology, physiology, and behavior

Training Module 2: Aedes aegypti

Training Module 3: Anopheles quadrimaculatus

Training Module 4: Culex quinquefasciatus

Quizzes

References

Managing The Economy Of Public Mosquito Control Thresholds, Peter T. Taylor

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Seventy-four mosquito surveillance data sets involving over 35 species, from January 2013 to December of 2014 have been obtained with permission from Dr. Carl Boohene and Polk County Mosquito Control District in Central Florida and used as data for this project. These data are utilized to propose a practical, economically-based decision rule model that uniquely integrates human populations with mosquito species populations and budgetary constraints. Two different decision rule conventions are proposed and the choice to go with one of them reflects differing economic expenditure inroads on budgeted chemical and equipment resources. In general, if the threshold is higher, then …

An Entomological Survey Of Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, Comparing Species Richness Between Different Areas And Degrees Of Human Use, Ronald Hirzel

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

The insect fauna of Camp Arifjan, Kuwait was sampled to determine species richness and how it was impacted by human development and activities. Insects were sampled at twelve sites representing three each of work, public use, residential and vacant brownfield areas. Sampling was conducted using net, sticky trap and pit traps for 60 days. Sticky traps were discarded as unworkable. The first of each species captured from each site was retained as a voucher specimen. Specimens were determined to lowest level possible using a dissecting microscope, available literature and the internet. Collecting and trapping obtained 355 specimens representing 170 species. …

The Red Imported Fire Ant: The Visitor Who Wouldn’T Leave. A Brief Overview Of The Control Of Solenopsis Invicta In The United States, Melissa Brown

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

The ease at which people, plants and animals move across the globe has created the perfect vehicle for transporting pests and disease. The introduction of non-native species into an ecosystem is a cause for great concern. The economic impact alone makes this a situation that effects everyone. The Red Imported Fire Ant, Solenopsis invicta Buren has become a major agricultural and urban pest throughout the southeastern United States. In addition, fire ants cause both medical and environmental harm (Stimac and Alves 1994). The cost associated with the control of the RIFA is significant. An estimated cost of about $36 per …

A Guidebook On Honey Bee Health: Honey Bee Immunity — Pesticides — Pests And Diseases, Joey Caputo

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Pedigo and Rice (2009) described a concept that some ecologists subscribe to called the “balance of nature” phenomenon. This idea holds that spe-cies in communities achieve certain status in their ecosystem and that this status becomes fixed and resistant to change. On average, individuals are only able to replace themselves. Fluctuations may occur, but ultimately the various species in the community will retain their position and relative population size in the ecosystem. According to these ecologists, when humans alter and reduce the diversity of an ecosystem they are acting counter to this balance. In an attempt to re-turn the altered …

Rag1 Soybean Photosynthetic Response To Biotype 2 Aphid Colonization And Feeding, Katy Hillard

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Over the past ten years, the soybean aphid, Aphis glycines Matsumura (Hemiptera: Aphididae), has been one of the principal insect threats to commercial soybean, Glycine max (L.) Merr., production in the United States. Resistance genes identified from native soybean have been incorporated into commercial varieties to provide protection against aphid feeding damage. The biology of the pest lends itself to rapid buildup of biotypes capable of overcoming host plant resistance. Single gene resistance sources have displayed low levels of durability against aphids. The first aphid resistant commercial soybean line released in the United States contained the Rag1 gene, which was …

Interdependent Relationships And Biodiversity, Lena Teselle

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

This project is a composite of three Next Generation Science Standard(NGSS) aligned lessons aimed at middle school science students. Three E-Learning modules have been developed and uploaded to www.DiscoverEntomology.comto supplement the classroom lessons in a flipped model, whereby students complete the online lesson prior to attending class, application of concepts are explored through activity. Over the course of five to six class sessions and a field trip, students will build their understanding of interactions within ecosystems, the interdependent relationships that form between and among organisms, and the importance of biodiversity, using insects as model study subjects. This project serves to …

Use Of Baited Attract And Kill Stations As Ipm Alternative To Control Invasive Drosophila Suzukii Matsumura (Spotted Wing Drosophila), Timothy Lampasona

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

The newly invasive Drosophila suzukii Matsumura (Spotted Wing Drosophila, SWD) is an economically significant pest of berries and other small fruit in the Northeast United States. Methods of controlling this insect typically consist of frequent sprays of conventional insecticide, often with long pre-harvest intervals. This experiment is intended to determine the efficacy of a unique Attract and Kill (AtK) design using super-absorbent gelatinous media saturated with highly attractive SWD bait adhered to durable netting, sprayed regularly with a range of insecticides. Our lab and field studies determined that presence of AtK stations treated with insecticides placed in vicinity of raspberries …

Pest Management: The Historical Management And Developed Resistance Of Western Corn Rootworm, Insect Resistance Management, And The Future Of Control, Mollie Mcmahon

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Western corn rootworm, Diabrotica virgifera virgifera Le Conte, is a corn pest in the United States that has demonstrated overwhelming success an overcoming pest management strategies. Whether it is cultural, chemical, or transgenic control, western corn rootworm has managed to adapt, develop resistance, and create chaos among farmers and agriculture industries. Insect Resistance Management is a component of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Excellence Through Stewardship global organization. The Environmental Protection Agency regulates resistance through laws and regulations and with the help of other government organizations. The goal is to delay resistance, extend trait durability, and protect the environment …

Entomophagy: Insect And Arthropod Grub!, Buddy Roper

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Recipes:

Appetizers………………………………. 3

Entrees………………………………….. 27

Desserts…………………………………. 44

Recipe Sources…………………………. 56

Discussion and PowerPoint slides attached below as supplemental file

Examination Of Civil Forensic Entomology Through Case Studies, Alicia Thuis

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Brief History of Forensic Entomology 2 Civil Forensic Case Studies 11 The Raisin Ant 11 Maggots in My Potato! 13 Extra Protein for Fido 15 Health Food Invasion 16 Swimming Spiders 18 Extras in the Steak 19 In or Out? 23 Buttery Parasites 24 Laminated Flies 26 Chicken Fried Maggots 27 Process of Elimination 29 Bed Bugs Everywhere! 30 Not a “Bug” 32 Not a Cockroach 34 Ethical Considerations 36 Best Practice Recommendations 43 Future Research Directions 47 References 50

Biology And Management Of Key Rice Pest In Asia, Airene Millsap

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

1. Importance of rice

2. Origin and history of rice as a crop

3. Rice cultivation 3.1 Lowland or Irrigated rice 3.2 Upland rice 3.3 Deep water rice 3.4 Floating rice

4. Parts of rice plants 4.1 Vegetative stage 4.2 Reproductive stage 4.3 Ripening stage

5. Rice Pests

5.1 Vegetative stage • Stem Borer • Gall Midge • Rice Hispa • Rice Leaf Folder • Rice Armyworms • Rice Whorl Maggots • Rice Caseworm • Rice Mealybugs • Short Horned Grasshopper • Rice Stem Maggot • Rice Thrips • Oriental Migratory Locust • Black Bug • Green Stink Bug

5.2 …

Evaluation Of The Red Imported Fire Ant Foraging Behavior, Gabriela Harvey

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Introduction

The Coachella Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District (CVMVCD) examined the activity of red imported fire ants, Solenopsis invicta, from May 2015 until May 2016. Ant abundance was measured to determine the most effective time for vector control technicians to conduct surveillance and to make treatments to control the ants. Since ants adapt and exploit their environment, the purpose of the study was to understand when the ants forage, so that the CVMVCD can manage the ants effectively. During the summer months, the temperatures can get up to as high as 120°F (49°C). These high temperatures are not …

The Military And Infectious Disease: Rickettsial Disease, Isa Hakima

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Since the founding of the United States Army on the fourteenth day of June in the year 1775, the United States Military has had millions of noncombat-related casualties due to preventable illnesses and diseases transmitted through an arthropod vector. U.S. Military operations have been affected from the effects of the smallpox and malaria outbreaks as early as the Continental Army around 1775, as well as the Civil War period in the mid-1860s. In 1898, the U.S. Military was devastated with outbreaks of typhoid fever, yellow fever, and dengue fever during the months of the Spanish-American War (Artenstein et al., 2005). …

The Biology, Ecology, And Management Of The Migratory Grasshopper, Melanoplus Sanguinipes (Fab.), Dewey W. Murray

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Grasshoppers have caused significant damage to crops of farmers and rangeland forage of ranchers throughout history. Populations of grasshoppers can build and explode with exponential growth under the right climatic factors and habitat. Melanoplus sanguinipes is the most economic species of grasshopper in the United States. The migratory flight capabilities are very similar to true locusts. This species has been known to travel distances of over 500 miles. Millions of dollars in damage occurs to crops and rangeland annually in the United States due to this species and other economic grasshopper species. The life history of this species and timing …

Insect Pest Introduction Into Florida: Surveillance And Detection Efforts By Government Agencies, Gangadai Azore

Department of Entomology: Distance Master of Science Projects

Today, Florida’s most important crops such as corn, peppers, and snow beans owe their existence to constant vigilance by the Florida Department of Agriculture (FDACS), United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and Customs & Border Protection Agricultural Specialists (CBP); all three agencies work together to keep many dangerous pests out of the state. Diligent inspectors working alongside the Customs officers, meet all arriving vessels that arrive by land, sea, or air. The officers inspect cargo and passengers’ baggage, the holds of vessels, cabins, crew’s quarters, and storerooms of vessels themselves to keep out potential insects hitch-hiking on commodities or on …