June is for June Bugs

By William “Bill” Swantner, Bexar County Master Gardener June 2023 The month of June is known for three things: the beginning of summer, Juneteenth, and June bugs – technically, the June beetle. While the male June beetles are attracted to light, the female June beetle tunnels 2-5 inches into the ground to lay between 50-100 eggs. When hatched, these eggs …

Asian Lady Beetle Invasions

By Molly Keck, Board Certified Entomologist and Integrated Pest Management Program Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Bexar County January 2023 It is that time of year when Asian Lady Beetles make an appearance indoors, and usually in large numbers. While they can be a major nuisance, they shouldn’t cause panic and some simple exclusion practices can help prevent …