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Bugs by the Yard

Bugs by the Yard

Written by: Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
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Learn about insects that occur in urban backyards and gardens of Texas; whether they be pests, beneficials, or really fascinating! This podcast is presented by Molly Keck and Wizzie Brown via the Department of Entomology with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. Bugs by the Yard image produced by Natalie Cervantes. Intro and outro music produced by Owen DesBles.Copyright 2026 Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Biological Sciences Science
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  • Carpenter ants

    Carpenter ants
    Jul 9 2026

    Carpenter ants are known as a wood destroying insect, but are they really something to panic over? Listen in to find out.

    https://agrilifeextension.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Carpenter-Ants.pdf

    https://citybugs.tamu.edu/factsheets/household/ants-house/ent-2001/

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles
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    25 mins
  • Harvester Ants

    Harvester Ants
    Jun 25 2026

    Join us on our new series about the wonderful world of ants. This week - harvester ants, aka red ants, aka Texas red ants, aka the horned lizards favorite snack!

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles
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    24 mins
  • Meet Dani Sekula - IPM Program Specialist in Weslaco

    Meet Dani Sekula - IPM Program Specialist in Weslaco
    Jun 11 2026

    Continuing with our interviews of Program Specialists in the Texas Integrated Pest Management Program, we interview Danielle Sekula from the Weslaco area.

    Logo by Natalie Cervantes

    Music by Owen DesBles
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    47 mins
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