Dozens of Live Beetles Found in Japanese Snacks During Customs Check at LAX
The insects were most likely intended for exotic insect collections, according to customs officials, who say the illegal pet ...
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Japanese beetle infestation threatens Washington agriculture, gardens
YAKIMA COUNTY, Wash. - The invasive Japanese beetle is wreaking havoc on Washington’s agriculture and gardens, and state officials warn that the fight to eradicate the pest could take over a decade.
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WA preparing to eradicate invasive Japanese Beetles from thousands of properties
The Washington Department of Agriculture is stepping in to eradicate invasive Japanese Beetles, which are affecting thousands of property owners throughout the state. According to The Washington ...
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Opinion: The Japanese beetle is gaining on us — step on it
State experts say 100% of the yards in ... Last year, crews caught 26,700 beetles in Central Washington — 7,000 more than the previous year. So far, the infestation centers largely on Grandview ...
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Japanese beetle treatment area expands in Pasco and Franklin County
The Washington State Department of Agriculture has announced a significant expansion in the treatment area for Japanese ...
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Over three dozen live beetles concealed in Japanese snack packages seized at Los Angeles airport
Over three dozen live beetles concealed inside packages of Japanese snacks were discovered by US Customs and Border Protection at the Los Angeles International Airport last month. According to the ...
Ask Dr. Universe: Ability to take in oxygen limits insect size
Insects don’t have lungs. Their blood-like hemolymph doesn’t carry oxygen. Instead, they take in oxygen through a row of ...