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Insects Rubbing PlatesExplore endless creativity with Roylco's Rubbing Plates! Use crayons to reveal intricate patterns on paper. Add a variety of details with markers or colored pencils. These plates are not just for paper – press them into modeling clay for unique designs. Ideal for papier mache and sun catcher projects!
The set includes 16 plates (4.5" x 6.5") and a teaching guide. Suitable for ages 3 and up.
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Insects: Friend or Foe?The "Insects: Friend or Foe?" poster features vibrant, full-color images of common insects, both beneficial and pest species. Its larger size, 12"x18", makes it ideal for classrooms, gardens, or homes. It also provides a link to the UF/IFAS Featured Creatures website for further learning. An essential tool for any nature enthusiast!
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Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management: Northern FloridaThis comprehensive brochure is an essential guide to creating pollinator-friendly landscapes while effectively managing pests in North Florida. It emphasizes the crucial role of insect pollinators in ecosystems and agriculture and offers practical strategies for integrating pest control with pollinator conservation. Discover how to design urban landscapes that minimize pest issues, attract beneficial insects, and enhance biodiversity. Ideal for gardeners, landscapers, and those interested in sustainable practices.
Dimensions: 18.5" x 7.5"
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Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management: Southern FloridaThis comprehensive brochure is an essential guide to creating pollinator-friendly landscapes while effectively managing pests in South Florida. It emphasizes the crucial role of insect pollinators in ecosystems and agriculture and offers practical strategies for integrating pest control with pollinator conservation. Discover how to design urban landscapes that minimize pest issues, attract beneficial insects, and enhance biodiversity. Ideal for gardeners, landscapers, and those interested in sustainable practices.
Dimensions: 18.5" x 7.5"
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Keep Monarchs SafeAn educational coloring book about monarch conservation
Illustrated by Samm Wehman Epstein
Written by Kristin Rossetti and Jaret Daniels
Monarch butterflies are perhaps the most celebrated insects in the world. But without our protection, monarch populations can decline, and their spectacular migrations could soon be a thing of the past.
Fortunately, there are some simple steps we can take to help monarchs, as outlined in this educational coloring book suitable for children and adults.
As you color in Samm Wehman Epstein’s charming illustrations, you’ll experience the monarch’s life cycle and seasonal migrations. You’ll also learn about the milkweeds and other host plants that serve as a food source for caterpillars. The book closes with a glossary and a checklist of ways you can help monarch populations thrive.
Perfect for classrooms, outdoor activities, or just relieving stress, Keep Monarchs Safe is a wonderful way to learn about this imperial species.26 pp.
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Look-alikes Entomology PostersExplore this entomological learning tool in our special bundle – acquire all four posters at an incredible price! Measuring 12" x 18", these lively posters serve as invaluable tools for distinguishing insects frequently mistaken for others. Enhance your understanding of insect diversity with this essential setPrice: $18.00Out of stock -
Look-alikes: Biting and Stinging InsectsAt times, discerning whether an invading insect will deliver a painful bite or sting, or is merely a harmless nuisance, can be challenging. This vibrant 12" x 18" poster is designed to assist you in identifying biting and stinging insects frequently mistaken for others, providing clarity in your encounters with these creatures.Price: $5.00In stock -
Look-alikes: Disease-Transmitting ArthropodsDiscover which insects and other arthropods pose a threat to yourself and your pets, and distinguish those that merely appear threatening. This colorful 12" x 18" poster is a helpful tool to identify disease-transmitting arthropods that are often confused with other, harmless species.Price: $5.00In stock -
Look-alikes: Household Pest InsectsPrecision in identification is the initial and crucial step in eliminating insect pests from your home. This vibrant 12" x 18" poster serves as a valuable aid in recognizing household pest insects, specifically those commonly mistaken for other species.
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Look-alikes: Lawn and Garden InsectsCricket or grasshopper? Bee or wasp? Accurate identification is the crucial first step in effective lawn and garden pest management. Explore this knowledge with our vibrant 12" x 18" poster, designed to help you distinguish common lawn and garden insects that are frequently confused with other species.Price: $5.00In stock -
Monarch Butterflies: Eastern United StatesThe key to a thriving butterfly garden is ensuring that caterpillars have an abundant food source! Native milkweeds, in particular, play a crucial role as host plants for monarch butterflies. Our vibrant four-fold brochure serves as a succinct guide, showcasing native host plants that offer nourishment and shelter for not only monarch larvae but also 26 other butterfly species commonly found throughout the Eastern United States.
Dimensions: 4.5” x 7.5”, expands to 18.5” x 7.5” when unfolded.Price: $0.60In stock -
Monarch Butterflies: Northern Great PlainsThe key to a thriving butterfly haven is ensuring caterpillars have an abundant food source! Native milkweeds, vital host plants for monarch butterflies, are spotlighted in this vibrant four-fold brochure. It serves as a succinct guide to native plants, offering nourishment and shelter for monarch larvae and 26 other butterfly species prevalent across the expansive beauty of the northern Great Plains in the United States.
Dimensions: 4.5” x 7.5”, unfolding to an impressive 18.5” x 7.5”.Price: $0.60In stock -
Monarch Butterflies: Southeastern United StatesThe secret to a thriving butterfly garden is ensuring your caterpillars have an ample feast! Specifically tailored to cater to the needs of monarch butterflies, this vibrant four-fold brochure is your go-to guide for native host plants. These plants offer both nourishment and shelter for not only monarch larvae but also for 26 other butterfly species prevalent in the southeastern United States.
Compact yet informative, this brochure measures 4.5” x 7.5” and unfolds to a generous 18.5” x 7.5”.Price: $0.60In stock -
Monarch Butterflies: Southern Great PlainsCreate a thriving butterfly haven by offering caterpillars abundant food! Native milkweeds, vital host plants for monarch butterflies, play a key role. This vibrant four-fold brochure serves as a handy guide to native host plants, offering nourishment and shelter for monarch larvae and 26 other butterfly species prevalent in the southern Great Plains of the United States.
Dimensions: 4.5” x 7.5”, unfolds to 18.5” x 7.5”Price: $0.60In stock -
Mosquito Diversity PosterEnjoy birdwatching? In Florida, why not try mosquito watching?
There are around 3,500 species of mosquitoes worldwide, with approximately 90 species found in Florida. Some are pests, and others transmit pathogens causing diseases, while some primarily feed on wildlife. This poster, developed by entomologists at the UF/IFAS Florida Medical Entomology Lab, showcases the rich diversity of mosquito morphology. It features fifty-two mosquito species, including 37 important ones occurring in Florida. Sized at 11"x17", it's a fascinating exploration for enthusiasts and educational settings.
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Mosquitoes & Their ControlIn Florida, mosquitoes are more than a nuisance—they can also transmit diseases that make them a public health hazard. This brief and colorful booklet gives you the buzz on mosquitoes—their habitats, life cycle, and behavior, as well as how to control them—what works (and what doesn’t). Each booklet has a 12” x 9” centerfold poster with simple methods for reducing mosquito bites when you’re outdoors. Written by faculty at the Florida Medical Entomology Laboratory and mosquito control experts throughout the state, Mosquitoes & Their Control is a useful tool for informing the public about Florida’s “state bird.”
Integrated Pest Management for Mosquito Reduction Around Homes and Neighborhoods - SP 498
6” x 9”, 30 pp.Price: $2.50In stock -
Mosquitos Asombrosos¡Los mosquitos no solo son criaturas molestas, también son verdaderamente fascinantes! Esperamos que cuando termines de leer este libro estés de acuerdo. Acompaña a Ivy y a su mamá en una excursión por el campo para recolectar y aprender acerca de estos extraordinarios insectos.
Este libro ha sido escrito e ilustrado por dos científicas especializadas en la biología de los mosquitos. La Dra. Irka Blosser, una ecóloga e ilustradora que reside en California, y la Dra. Yoosook Lee, una genetista del Laboratorio de Entomología Médica de la Universidad de Florida. Ambas han dedicado incontables horas en el laboratorio y en el campo, donde han sido picadas por mosquitos en numerosas ocasiones. El libro original fue traducido al español por la Dra. Ana L. Romero-Weaver del Laboratorio de Entomología Médica de la Universidad de Florida, quien también trabaja en varios aspectos de la biología de los mosquitos. Ellas desean que realmente disfrutes de este libro.
Copyright 2023; ISBN 978-1-312-47802-2Price: $11.99In stock -
Native Insect Pollinators of the Southeastern United StatesWhile honey bees are well-known pollinators, they represent only part of the diverse pollinator community. With over 4,000 species of bees, 750 species of butterflies, and thousands of species of other pollinators, including wasps, flies, and beetles, these vital insects contribute to the pollination of 75 percent of flowering plants in the United States. This vibrant brochure, suitable for classrooms or nature centers, serves as a captivating introduction to the diverse world of pollinators.
Dimensions: 4.5” x 7.5”, unfolds to 18.5” x 7.5”Price: $0.60In stock -
Occasional InvadersIlluminate your space with a captivating poster showcasing 14 yard- and home-invading creatures in vivid detail. Each creature is brought to life through large, colorful photos, allowing for easy identification. From slugs to centipedes, this visually striking poster adds an informative and decorative touch to your surroundings.Price: $5.00Out of stock -
Olive Pests of Concern for FloridaThis stunning 12" x 18" full-color poster showcases a detailed visual overview of olive pests of concern in Florida. The high-quality images on the poster are accompanied by names and descriptions of each pest, providing valuable information on the specific areas they target on olive plants. Ideal for educators, growers, and anyone interested in olive cultivation, this poster serves as an informative and visually appealing resource for pest identification and awareness.Price: $5.00In stock