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Learn about insects you may find in and around Texas homes. Learn about insects that occur in and around urban structures of Texas; whether they be pests, beneficials, or simply fascinating! This podcast is presented by Molly Keck, Wizzie Brown, Robert Puckett, and Janet Hurley through the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Texas A&M Department of Entomology. Unwanted Guests image produced by Natalie Cervantes. Intro and outro music produced by Owen DesBles.

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What to do about house sparrows

2023/05/17

While house sparrows are totally adorable, they can sometimes take up residence around the home in a very inconvenient location. Listen to find out what you can do to avoid this from happening. **Just a quick note that this is the last episode of Unwanted Guests. If you want more information about insects, subscribe to the podcast Bugs by the Yard. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Things to know before buying and using pesticides

2023/04/19

It can be overwhelming trying to choose a pesticide. This episode covers things to consider before buying a pesticide as well as considerations for using pesticides. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Common Pests in the Spring Veggie Garden

2023/03/24

Planting a spring vegetable garden? Learn who we think are the top pests of those spring plants and what we recommend to do to treat them.

Clothes moths or pantry moths

2023/02/15

There are various stored product moths that can invade homes. In this episode we talk about how to figure out what type of moth you have and what to do about them. https://extensionentomology.tamu.edu/ Indianmeal moth https://extensionentomology.tamu.edu/insects/indian-meal-moth/ Pantry & fabric pests https://ipmhouse.tamu.edu/files/2021/03/stored-product-pests.pdf Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Pest predictions for 2023

2023/01/18

Tune in to discover what we are guessing (note I said guess) may be problematic in 2023. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Holiday home invaders

2022/12/21

The holidays are in full swing and we want to prepare you for possible unwanted guests (not the in-laws). Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Hackberry psyllids or those little bugs in the windowsill

2022/11/16

Hackberry psyllids can become a nuisance in the fall as they may move indoors. Their small size allows them to enter around doors and windows, so they may pile up on windowsills. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Meet our newest team member!

2022/09/21

The Unwanted Guest team is really excited because we have a new member who will be helping us out with the podcast and answering questions, identifying insects, and providing trainings in the Dallas area. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Rover ants

2022/08/17

Rover ants are those tiny little black ants that you may discover in your kitchen or bathroom, a potted plant, or other areas near your home. Listen in to find out what to do when you find these gals. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Ways to protect yourself from mosquitoes

2022/07/20

This episode we'll discuss a variety options that can help to manage mosquitoes around your home. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles

Carpenter ants

2022/05/25

Carpenter ants are some of the largest ants that can be found in Texas and are considered to be a wood destroying insect. Listen in to find out how to identify and manage these insects if you find them in your home. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles https://extensionentomology.tamu.edu/insects/carpenter-ants/

Formosan termites

2022/05/11

There are numerous species of termites in Texas, including some that have found there way here from other parts of the world. Listen in to find out more about formosan termites and how to mange them if you find them on your home. Logo by Natalie Cervantes Music by Owen DesBles https://extensionentomology.tamu.edu/publications/formosan-subterranean-termites/