Having a blast at #Entoquest2025! @entsocamerica.bsky.social

New paper out! Looking at the change in VOCs of fruit due to black soldier fly digestion. #sustainability #blacksoldierfly academic.oup.com/ee/advance-a...

Organic beekeeping can yield profits comparable to or greater than conventional methods, with evidence showing up to 50% higher honey production over time while reducing pesticide exposure. doi.org/g9335t

Deadline tomorrow, September 19! Submit your proposal about the New World screwworm for an upcoming special collection from the Journal of Medical Entomology and the Journal of Economic Entomology: entsoc.org/publications... @oxfordacademic.bsky.social

On cattle farms, dung beetles mix cow manure into the soil, thereby reducing methane emissions, recycling nutrients, and outcompeting pests. A new study examines several cattle parasiticides and offers farmers a guide on minimizing nontarget impacts on these beneficial beetles.

#HispanicHeritageMonth is Sept. 15—Oct. 15. As ESA celebrates the work of Hispanic and Latin American scientists in entomology, we encourage members to mark their calendars for the "SomosEnto" symposium at #EntSoc25: entomology2025.eventscribe.net/fsPopup.asp?...

Arthropod Photo of the Week: September 17, 2025 Katydid Species unknown Orthoptera: Tettigoniidae By Tomás Oliveira, Minas Gerais, Brazil #arthropodPOTW

Today, September 15, at 11:59 p.m. ET is the deadline for #EntSoc25 early bird registration! Register now to save up to $200 ⤵️

Don’t wait to register for Entomology 2025—early bird savings end Monday, September 15! Join thousands of insect-science professionals in Portland, Oregon, November 9-12 for world-class content and opportunities to connect. Register: entsoc.org/register #EntSoc25

A 12-year effort by entomologists in Iowa solves mysteries about an elusive planthopper, Fitchiella robertsonii, including key host plants and environments. The 219 specimens they caught are 90% of those ever collected by scientists, marking a leap forward for potential conservation of the species.

Arthropod Photo of the Week: September 10, 2025 Rustic sphinx moth Manduca rustica Lepidoptera: Sphingidae By Francisco López-Machado (@frank-68.bsky.social), Valle del Cauca, Colombia #arthropodPOTW

Call for Papers: Bt Resistance in Corn Borers in North America The Journal of Economic Entomology is seeking proposals for this upcoming special collection. Learn more and submit your proposal by September 30: academic.oup.com/insect-scien... @oxfordacademic.bsky.social

Webspinners (order Embioptera) spin the finest silk fibers known in nature, which they use to build shelters that, when wet, form a strong, protective film. A new study explores silk-water interactions in four webspinner species, w/ lessons that could be applied in human-made, bioinspired materials.

A new study confirms that two known species of subterranean termites in southern California are actually three. The new species, Reticulitermes rusti, joins R. hesperus and R. tibialis, and the distinction will allow for pest management strategies that are more specific to each.

A small parasitoid wasp gets a boost in parasitizing mealybugs from a symbiotic virus that it carries, researchers have found, though much remains unknown about how the virus helps the wasp suppress its hosts' immune response.

Arthropod Photo of the Week: September 3, 2025 Mediterranean mantis Iris oratoria Mantodea: Eremiaphilidae By Ian Wright (@ianmwright86.bsky.social), California, USA #arthropodPOTW

Happening tomorrow! Join us Thursday, September 4 for an ESA webinar all about cultivating resilience to build your entomology career. Panelists will share practical and proactive steps to help you thrive in a shifting job market. Register today: www.entsoc.org/events/webin...

Learn all about Asian longhorned beetles in a new special collection from Environmental Entomology! Articles cover biology, behavior, natural enemies, survey tools, eradication methods, and more: academic.oup.com/insect-scien... @oxfordacademic.bsky.social

"mosquitoes could fly distances between 200 m and 1.2 km from the bloodmeal host to the resting trap location within 30 h after taking blood. " academic.oup.com/jme/advance-... if you wonder mosquito range in U.S.

Call for Papers: Re-invasion of the New World Screwworm in Central and North America The Journal of Medical Entomology and the Journal of Economic Entomology are seeking papers for an upcoming special collection. Submit your proposal by September 19. entsoc.org/publications...

Join us Thursday, September 4 for an engaging ESA webinar all about cultivating resilience to grow your entomology career. Panelists will highlight ways to foster adaptability through extension programs, cooperative work, grants, and more. Register today: www.entsoc.org/events/webin...

In a survey of nearly 1,400 scientists released this week, 83% said federal government policies since January 20, 2025, had caused an "extremely negative impact" or "irreparable harm" on their field of science.

The ESA 2025-2026 election results are in! Congratulations to all our elected candidates with terms starting in November 2025, including our next Vice President-Elect, Faith Oi. Meet the leadership team that will lead the Society in its next chapter: entsoc.org/news/press-r...

This holds true for *ALL* people who study/research/manage our natural resources, like entomologists, foresters, marine scientists, etc. They’re essential, and yet, so many people have absolutely NO idea just how important their work is to our society. Without them, our planet is cooked-literally.

Registration closes this Friday, August 29, for EntoQuest 2025! Join us September 19-21 in Front Royal, VA, to connect with colleagues, future collaborators, and friends old and new over this long weekend of learning and exploration. Learn more and register: www.entsoc.org/membership/b...

Arthropod Photo of the Week: August 27, 2025 Seven-spotted lady beetle larva Coccinella septempunctata Coleoptera: Coccinellidae By Matthew Becker (becker.wales), Carmarthenshire, Wales #arthropodPOTW

New on Entomology Today: Meet Gagandeep Brar, Ph.D. (@anentomologist.bsky.social), a research scientist at Bayer Crop Science who grew up in a cotton-farming village in Punjab, India, and subject of the next installment of our "Standout Early Career Professionals" series.

The Journal of Economic Entomology’s latest special collection is all about termite baits! Learn more about how termite baits work, their 30+ year history, and prospects for future technological developments: academic.oup.com/jee/pages/sp... @oxfordacademic.bsky.social

Amid federal funding cuts and firings, students in entomology who aspire to a career in government service say they now fear a lack of future opportunities. One entomology graduate student argues that downsizing government science jobs means losing people and programs that serve the public good.

Happening tomorrow, August 26! Join @ fitentsocamerica.bsky.social for an ESA webinar all about exploring careers in entomology education beyond the classroom or tenure track. Register: www.entsoc.org/events/webin...

Today 14 scientific societies in #ecology #evolution and #marineScience are publishing the results of a survey that finds negative impacts of federal policies on food security, flood mitigation, infectious disease preparedness, and wildlife conservation: 🧪👩‍🔬 www.firsthandaccounts.org/impacts/2025...

Today marks the end of Entomology Advocacy Week 2025! Thanks for following along as we #EntVocate-d for... 🐝 Pollinator research 🦟 Reauthorization of the Kay Hagan Tick Act 🐜 Early detection for invasive species 🪰 Preparation for New World screwworm entsoc.org/advocacy-ini...

Now online: Explore the Entomology 2025 scientific program! From November 9-12, Portland, Oregon, will be buzzing with excitement as thousands of insect science professionals gather for #EntSoc25. Start planning your schedule today: entomology2025.eventscribe.net

It's the last day of Entomology Advocacy Week! Today entomologists are telling Congress why we must prepare now for New World screwworm. Help us share the importance of interventions to protect people, livestock & wildlife. Send your message: entsoc.quorum.us/campaign/New... #EntVocate

It's Day 4 of Entomology Advocacy Week! Today entomologists are telling Congress about the invasive species that pose a threat to their districts—and the benefits of early detection programs. #EntVocate to stop invasive species before they spread: entsoc.quorum.us/campaign/inv...

A newly discovered genus of flea beetle is found only in mossy areas of parks in Shenzhen, China, a metropolis of 20 million people. Researchers say such urban species are a conservation paradox, dependent on conditions in an environment that also makes them vulnerable.

Arthropod Photo of the Week: August 20, 2025 Crab spider Species unknown Araneae: Thomisidae By Michel Attieh, Georgia, USA #arthropodPOTW

It's #WorldMosquitoDay—and Day 3 of Entomology Advocacy Week! Today entomologists are urging Congress to reauthorize the Kay Hagan Tick Act to address vector-borne diseases carried by ticks & other blood-feeding vectors like mosquitoes. Send your message: entsoc.quorum.us/campaign/137...

Curious about careers in entomology education beyond the classroom or tenure track? Join @fitentsocamerica.bsky.social on August 26 for a dynamic ESA webinar exploring career paths from K–12 teaching and extension to zoos, museums, outreach, and edu-tainment. Register: www.entsoc.org/events/webin...

Wildflower plantings near crop fields are a common tool for attracting pollinators, but a new study shows pesticide applications to crops are likely to drift as far as 100 feet into these wildflower zones, potentially harming the very pollinators they're meant to attract.

It's Day 2 of Entomology Advocacy Week! Following #NationalHoneyBeeDay on August 16, today entomologists are asking Congress to protect USDA pollinator research. Read the advocacy alert and send your message: entsoc.quorum.us/campaign/137... #EntVocate

Today, August 18, marks the start of Entomology Advocacy Week! Stay tuned each day this week for opportunities to take action. Join our kickoff webinar today at 2:00 p.m. ET for ways to #EntVocate at the local, state, and federal levels. Register: www.entsoc.org/events/webin...

Congratulations to recipients of ESA's 2025 professional and student awards, recognizing scientists, educators, and students who have distinguished themselves through contributions to entomology. Honorees will be showcased during #EntSoc25, Nov. 9-12 in Portland, Oregon. entsoc.org/news/press-r...

Entomology Advocacy Week starts tomorrow, August 18! Help us kickstart the week with an engaging ESA webinar on Monday at 2 p.m. ET. Our panel of entomology advocates will share ways to #EntVocate at the local, state, and federal levels. Learn more and register: www.entsoc.org/events/webin...

Weekend reading in the Journal of Insect Science: August 16 is #NationalHoneyBeeDay! 🐝 Learn more about these vital insect pollinators in this #OA special collection all about honey bee health, sociobiology, and management @oxfordacademic.bsky.social academic.oup.com/jinsectscien...

Detections of invasive fruit flies are rising in the U.S., triggering a multimillion dollar response from government agencies to protect our agricultural resources. One entomologist argues for renewed dedication to sensible biosecurity measures—including strategies that harness travelers' feelings.

Thank you, Entomology Today @entsocamerica.bsky.social, for covering our work on adelgids of Bhutan. If we want to prevent #bioinvasions, we need to know what’s out there. Also, adelgids are super cool insects 😁 entomologytoday.org/2025/08/13/u...

The boxtree moth was recently found in several new states (MD, VA, WV) and is likely to keep spreading. This #invasivespecies is a recent #bioinvasions that threatens boxwoods - a very common landscape plant. This OA paper in @entsocamerica.bsky.social's JIPM gives a good summary of this pest.

Enjoy a fun, nature-filled weekend at EntoQuest 2025! Join us September 19-21 in Front Royal, Virginia, for a summer retreat that combines education and recreation. If you love insects, this is the place to be! Register by August 29: entsoc.org/membership/b...