Thanks for bringing in this interest insect. The insect is an adult Cuban cockroach, Panchlora nivea. It is interesting to note the immature (nymphs) Cuban cockroaches are brown in color and change to the pale green color after several molts. ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease
At first glance, I thought this might have been some sort of jelly fungi but after further research and calling a fellow Extension agent, we discovered it to be blue - green algae called Nostoc commune. This alga is known by other common names ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease
A: As youngsters, we have learned to love these furry little critters but now as landowners we have a very different perspective. I have a few hints which should help: 1. Removing dense, heavy vegetative cover, brush piles, weed patches, ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease
Eastern Gray Squirrels are the most frequently seen mammal in our area. They are members of the Rodent family, and spend most of their lives in trees. Eastern Gray Squirrels usually live to be about five years old. They survive with their good ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease
A: The Canada goose has in some instances become an annoyance mostly because of the large amounts of fecal matter they produce which can pollute water sources. No one is eager to have that sort of mess around their golf courses, ball parks ... READ MORE
Category: Home Landscapes, Pests & Disease