Category Archives: Beneficial Insects

Assassin Bug…Assassinates!

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Anne

Many everyday occurrences in the bug world sound like science fiction. Unsuspecting hosts eaten alive by internal parasites, broken legs that regenerate, and females who eat their mates… I strongly suspect sci-fi writers found much inspiration for novels while reading … Continue reading →

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Ladybug Video- Larvae, Pupa & Adult!

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Anne

Ladybug Life Cycle Thanks to Holly Guenther of Kimchi Kawaii for taking this video!

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Anne of Green Gardens on Sacramento & Company!

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Anne

This morning (Monday, August 22nd 2011) I was a guest on a television show for about 4 1/2 minutes! It was really neat, and fun to see what goes on behind the scenes at Channel 10 (ABC).

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Aphids vs Ladybugs!

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Anne

Nothing says spring like a rosebush full of aphids, an insect with an amazingly complex life-cycle. Eggs laid by adults overwinter on plants and batches of mostly female aphids hatch in spring and summer. These females eat and grow (sucking … Continue reading →

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