MS Bug Blues

Educational outreach program of the @msu_bug_museum showcasing #insects and fighting invasive species throughout Mississippi.

[MEM_Insect_museum @msu_bug_museum]

Join us and @PcbBee for an #EarthDay celebration of #pollinators.

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

Something to look forward to this summer! More information to come.

[ZooKeys @ZooKeys_Journal]

A #NewSpecies of scarab #beetle is described from east central Alabama, USA🇺🇸 along with an updated identification key to Hypothyce.

📜Read more: https://t.co/sti1chHAgO

#Coleoptera

[MSU CALS/MAFES @MSU_AG]

Meet Nelson's Pouncer, a newly found grasshopper named after @WillieNelson. #MAFES scientist JoVonn Hill discovered seven new species of grasshopper in the heart of Texas. He named two after Texas musicians, Nelson and @jerryjeffwalker. Read more at https://t.co/wpN8IXfj02

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

On #WorldBeeDay, we celebrate bees for the beautiful, industrious, and vital organisms they are. Come visit our Black Belt Prairie Pollinator Garden at Clay Lyle Entomology on the MSU campus (an certified Bee Campus) @MSU_AG

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

You’re the bee’s knees! 🐝❤️

There is some argument as to whether bees in fact have “knees” and this expression has an interesting and somewhat debated history.

But if you’re looking for a way to express your affection, maybe this can help! 💕

#BeesKnees #ValentinesDay

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

Friday Funday! Tell us your favorite insect and what you like about it. 🐞🦋🐝

There’s about a million right answers and no wrong ones! Most liked answers will have the opportunity to have their insect featured on our pages this month!

#MSBugBlues #FavoriteInsect

[MEM_Insect_museum @msu_bug_museum]

Come work in the MEM! We are looking for a person to assist with an invasive insect survey program. #beetles #Lepidoptera #Coleoptera #entomology #insects https://t.co/DtLTgofotx

[Dr. Monique L Sakalidis @MLSakalidis]

Unfortunately it’s here…(dna confirmed in my lab). Invasive beech leaf disease found in Michigan https://t.co/j6bXCYqSly

[NCDA&CS @NCAgriculture]

In case you missed it, the Spotted Lanternfly has been found in NC for the first time within a 5-mile radius in Forsyth County near Interstate 40 in Kernersville. Learn more from N.C. Ag Commissioner Steve Troxler below! #NCAgriculture
Tune in: https://t.co/1gkRo8wJjt ⬅️

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

Keep an eye out for this pest!

[NCDA&CS @NCAgriculture]

The Spotted Lanternfly has been spotted within a 5-mile radius in Forsyth County near Interstate 40 in Kernersville extending to the Guilford County line. This is the first established presence of the pest in our state. Learn more below! #NCAgriculture
➡️ https://t.co/krPNzo2G8B

[MEM_Insect_museum @msu_bug_museum]

Check the @segrasslands blog about our collaborative project with @TVAnews and @EPRINews. #pollinators #grasslands #biodiversity https://t.co/qpNCB4v0Sm

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

Insect Fair 2022 has come to an end! We would like to thank everyone that participated and joined in on the fun! What were some of the highlights of your week? See ya'll next year!
#MSBugBlues #InvasiveSpecies #InsectFair2022 #Entomology #MississippiState #ClayLyleEntomology

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

Who agrees that hands on is the best way to learn? We sure do!
#MSBugBlues #InvasiveSpecies #InsectFair2022 #Entomology #MississippiState #ClayLyleEntomology #OktibbehaCounty #MississippiEntomologicalMuseum

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

Day 2 of Insect Fair 2022 in full swing. We learned about some of our in house Zoo friends and got to look at specimen under a microscope! What insects did you see today?
#MSBugBlues #InvasiveSpecies #InsectFair2022 #MississippiState #MississippiEntomologicalMuseum

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

Insect Fair 2022 is underway! We shared information about invasive species, pollinator habitats, aquatic insects, insect rearing, and had some fun in the sun with the kids! Did you learn something interesting today?
#MSBugBlues #InvasiveSpecies #InsectFair2022 #MississippiState

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

https://t.co/iJU6IgKqmu

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The Black Belt Prairie Pollinator Garden at Clay-Lyle Entomology is about to hit peak bloom. Come on by and check it out! #grasslands #pollinators #conservation #biodiversity #outreach #education #Rudbekia

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

Boot the beetle! #ALB https://t.co/Mh412yrGrQ

[MS Bug Blues @MSBugBlues]

Last week we were awarded the Team Diversity award for our work with underserved communities and the composition of our team.

[MSU CALS/MAFES @MSU_AG]

MS Bug Blues team receive the #MSUAg & #MAFES Team Diversity Award. The team includes JoVonn Hill, Megan Gaulke, Genesis Ferris, Cassidy Jenkins, Jennifer Seltzer, Beverly Keasler, Ashley Baker, Matt Thorn, Harry Jones, Zach Brown, Phillip Barlow, Brady Dunaway, & Jordan Gesell.