Black/orange “jack o’lantern” beetle October 26, 2009 We spotted this beetle on our trash toter lid on October 23. He was apparently out for a stroll – did not fly while we watched. His markings are striking – a built-in Halloween costume! Patrice and Allen Sigmon High Point, NC Dear Patrice and Allen, Though you … Read more
Lovely Bug October 26, 2009 These guys show up every year when the figs are ripe (July-Aug). About an inch long and maybe 5/8 thick. They usually mass on one fig and leave it in tatters. Kenneth Magnone 90066 (West Los Angeles) Hi Kenneth, We are so excited that you have sent us a photo … Read more
Camel Cricket–alive and kicking! October 26, 2009 Hi WTB– My cat was harassing this cool bug as it tried to hide out under our baseboard radiator. (We had a Western Conifer Seed Bug in the same area the other day–I think they come in through the track of the sliding door nearby.) At first I … Read more
Large, brown bug infestation terrifying college students! October 25, 2009 Hello! We’ve been finding these large, dark brown bugs (roughing a few inches in length) all over our apartment, especially on windows and in lamps. They can crawl rather quickly, but do not fly. We’d love to get rid of them, but have no idea … Read more
Butterfly ID October 25, 2009 This butterfly feeding on a Zennia bloom looks like a Gulf Frittilary,but for the black coloring on the upper & lower wings. Is this a sub-species of sort or a one-time mutation. It is the only one I have seen in my garden since I moved in 18 yrs ago. … Read more
Slug or Snail Eggs, Maybe Not? October 25, 2009 Dear Bug Man, I’m pretty sure these are not bug eggs, but I am confident you can help ID these things. I discovered this cluch of eggs under a pile of wet and decaying wood. Thanks for the help, W. Matthews San Antonio, TX Hi W. … Read more