WEC287, a 2-page illustrated fact sheet by Steve Johnson and Monica McGarrity, is part of the Florida Invaders series. It provides key information and illustrations for identifying and reporting sightings of this large nocturnal predator that is native to sub-Saharan Africa but may be breeding in Florida. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, August 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw332
Category: Ecosystems & Species
EENY481/IN870 a mosquito Culex (Melanoconion) iolambdis Dyar (Insecta: Diptera: Culicidae)
EENY481, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Stephanie K. Larrick, Erik M. Blosser, and C. Roxanne Connelly, is part of the Featured Creatures collection. It describes this small, dark brown mosquito that exists in the tropics and subtropics and about which little is known — distribution, description, biology, medical importance, and management. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, August 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in870
ENY152/IN868 The Benefits of Pollen to Honey Bees
ENY152, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Amanda Ellis, Jamie Ellis, Michael O’Malley and Catherine Zettel Nalen, provides an overview of the nutritional needs of honey bees with an emphasis on the role of pollen — nutritional content, where it is produced, how it is collected, and how to ensure colony nutrition. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, September 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in868
WEC218/UW259: The Cuban Treefrog (Osteopilus septentrionalis) in Florida
Revised! WEC218, an 8-page fact sheet by Steve A. Johnson, describes this member of the frog family Hylidae which is invasive to Florida, how to identify it, its ecology and natural history, its impact in Florida, and what homeowners can do to manage Cuban treefrogs around their home. Includes additional resources. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, August 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw259
AE464 El Uso de los Pronósticos de la Variabilidad Climática Estacional para Planificar el Establecimiento de la Plantación de Bosques
AE464, a 3-page fact sheet by Norman Breuer, Matthew Langholtz, David Zierden and Clyde Fraisse, is the Spanish language version of ABE354/AE282: Using Seasonal Climate Variability Forecasts to Plan Forest Plantation Establishment. It provides strategies to consider for pine plantation establishment in Florida and southern Alabama and Georgia, where seasonal climate conditions can be better predicted because it is affected by the El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) phenomenon. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, July 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/ae464
EENY480/IN866 Black larder beetle, incinerator beetle, Dermestes ater DeGeer (Insecta: Coleoptera: Dermestidae)
EENY480, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Nurmastini S. Bujang and Phillip E. Kaufman, is part of the Featured Creatures collection. It describes this cosmopolitan species that feeds on various plant and animal products, as well as dead insects and carrion — synonymy, distribution, description, life cycle, economic importance, veterinary importance, forensic importance, and management. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, August 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in866
EENY231/IN387 Spined Soldier Bug, Podisus maculiventris (Say) (Insecta: Hemiptera: Pentatomidae)
Revised! EENY231, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by David B. Richman, Frank W. Mead and Thomas R. Fasulo, is part of the Featured Creatures collection. It describes this medium-sized, spiny-shouldered, predatory stink bug which preys on a wide variety of other arthropods, including several important economic pests — distribution, description, life cycle, and economic importance. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, August 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in387
WEC292/UW337 Introduced Reptile Early Detection and Documentation Training: Instructor Guide
WEC292, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Steve Johnson and Monica McGarrity, familiarizes trainers with the REDDy program and provides the resources necessary for presenting the course concept and basic instructions to potential trainees and answering their questions. Published by the UF Department of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, August 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/uw337
EENY479/IN865 Black and yellow lichen moth (suggested common name) Lycomorpha pholus (Drury) (Insecta: Lepidoptera: Noctuidae: Arctiinae: Lithosiini)
EENY479, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Clare Scott, is part of the Featured Creatures collection. It describes this lichen moth common in the Neotropics — synonymy, distribution, description, life cycle, hosts, and mimicry. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, August 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in865
ENY141S/IN864 Cómo Lidiar con Abejas Africanas: Una Guía Práctica
ENY141S, a 4-page fact sheet by M. K. O’Malley, J. D. Ellis, Pablo Herrera and A. S. Neal, is the Spanish language version of ENY-141/IN739 What to do about African Honey Bees: A Consumer Guide. It provides information about Africanized honey bees (AHB), which have been labeled ”killer” bees, steps people can take to avoid negative interactions, how to handle stings, and bee-proofing basics. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, August 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in864
ENY140S/IN862 Preguntas Frecuentes Acerca de la Abeja Melífera Africanizada en Florida
ENY-140S, a 3-page fact sheet by M. K. O’Malley, J. D. Ellis, P. Herrera and A. S. Neal, is the Spanish language version of ENY140/IN738 Frequently Asked Questions about the Africanized Honey Bee in Florida. It provides information about Africanized honey bees (AHB) in a question-and-answer format. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, August 2010.
http://edis.ufl.edu/in862
FOR269/FR331 Annosum Root Rot of Southern Pines
FOR269, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Tyler Dreaden and Jason Smith, describes this damaging forest pathogen that infects a wide range of species, including southern pine, and can cause tree mortality, reduced growth rates, susceptibility to attack by bark beetles, and regeneration failure. Includes references. Published by the UF School of Forest Resources and Conservation, July 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr331
EENY478/IN861 Cecropia Moth, Cecropia Silk Moth, Robin Moth, Hyalophora cecropia Linnaeus (Insecta: Lepidoptera: Saturniidae: Saturniinae: Attacini)
EENY478, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Geoffrey R. Gallice, is part of the Featured Creatures collection. It describes this spectacular member of the Saturniidae family — synonymy, distribution, hosts, and economic importance. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, July 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in861
EENY477/IN860 Common blossom thrips, Frankliniella schultzei Trybom (Insecta: Thysanoptera: Thripidae)
EENY477, a 6-page illustrated fact sheet by Garima Kakkar, Daksina R. Seal, and Vivek Kumar Jha, is part of the Featured Creatures collection. It describes this relatively new vegetable pest in South Florida which is a key pest in tomato and cucumber fields in South America — synonymy, distribution, description, life cycle, hosts, economic importance, and management. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, July 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in860
IPM147/IN853 How to Use Nematac® S against Pest Mole Crickets in Pastures
Revised! IPM147, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by N.C. Leppla, J.H. Frank, and J.A. Graesch, discusses the use of the proprietary formulation of insect-parasitic nematode Steinernema scapterisci for use against mole crickets, which can severely damage Florida pastures. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, June 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in853
ENY860S/IN852 Los Mosquitos de Recipientes de Florida
ENY860S, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Jorge R. Rey and Roxanne R. Connelly, is the Spanish language version of ENY860/IN851 Florida Container Mosquitoes. It describes the types of container mosquitoes found in Florida and recommendations for control. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, August 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in852
AN243 Forage Mineral Concentrations in Grazed, Warm-Season Bahiagrass Pastures in Florida
AN243, a 4-page fact sheet by Bob Myer, Lee McDowell, Cheryl Mackowiak, and Ann Blount, discusses the concentrations of forage minerals in bahiagrass pastures for beef cattle, to determine adequate mineral levels and use of mineral supplements. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, July 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an243
FE838 Costos estimados de reemplazo de árboles de aguacate en plantaciones comerciales y patios en el sur de Florida
FE838, a 4-page fact sheet by Edward A. Evans and Jonathan H. Crane, is the Spanish language version of FE825 Estimates of the Replacement Costs of Commercial and Backyard Avocado Trees in South Florida. It discusses the projected costs to replace commercial and residential avocado trees in South Florida, due to the potential problems caused by the redbay-laurel wilt disease. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Food and Resource Economics, June 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fe838
EENY470/IN857 A tiphiid wasp Myzinum maculata Fabricius (Insecta:Hymenoptera:Tiphiidae:Myzininae)
EENY470, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Donald Spence and Amanda Hodges, is part of the Featured Creatures collection. It describes this wasp species commonly found in Florida — distribution, description, life cycle, hosts, and economic importance. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, June 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in857
EENY475/IN858 An Asian citrus psyllid parasitoid Tamarixia radiata (Waterson) (Insecta:Hymenoptera:Eulophidae)
EENY475, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Rajinder S. Mann and Lukasz L. Stelinski, is part of the Featured Creatures collection. It describes this effective parasitoid of the Asian citrus psyllid, a vector for Huanglongbing disease in citrus — distribution, description, life cycle, hosts, and biological control. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, June 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/in858