Beetles, Bugs and Borers

Introducing three common, North American, pest insects that love squash as much as I do! When do they emerge? Where do they lay their eggs? What problems can they cause if their populations are high? What can be done to reduce their numbers?Opening song: Beeloved by Carmen Porter (https://carmenporter.com)References: https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/VEG/BEAN/striped_cucumber_beetle.htmlhttps://extension.psu.edu/why-are-my-cucurbits-wiltinghttps://ipm.illinois.edu/diseases/rpds/926.pdfhttps://rodaleinstitute.org/science/articles/verification-of-parasitism-of-striped-cucumber-beetles-and-bacterial-wilt-of-cucurbits-using-molecular-analyses/https://www.thomas.k-state.edu/lawnandgarden/docs/squashbugs.pdfhttps://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/squash-bug-anasa-tristis/https://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/veg/leaf/squash_bug.htmhttps://extension.psu.edu/squash-vine-borerhttps://entnemdept.ufl.edu/creatures/veg/leaf/squash_vine_borer.htm

Om Podcasten

Learning the binomial nomenclature (scientific names) of biota is a fascinating way to glean insight into the natural world. Though daunting at first, they can become familiar and accessible with the help of melody and context. This podcast will present tunes where the scientific names of species comprise the lyrical content. Episodes will describe habitats, growing conditions, nutritional information, and locate species within their taxonomic hierarchy. Historical significance, interviews and anecdotal stories will also be presented. Each musical release will inspire eight weekly episodes. Come grow with me!