Entomology

Fight The Bite!

Learn more about Zika and its mosquitoes in Kentucky.

Drones scan for invasive Emerald Ash Borers. Learn more about UK Forest Entomology.

Students like Nathan Mercer conduct field research to investigate pests.

Round 'Em Up! Invasive Longhorned Beetles are at the border.

Dr. Lenhart's survey of KY grasshoppers finds new records for the state.

Zika Website: Current Info For Kentuckians

UK Grad Simmons Elected To ESA Leadership

August 22, 2017

UK Entomology graduate Dr. Alvin Simmons (PhD 1987) was recently elected as the incoming Entomological Society of America (ESA) vice president. Dr. Simmons earned his PhD in Dr. Yeargan's laboratory. Read more about Dr. Simmons and his election at the ESA website.
Arboretum Insect Safari: Sept 1, 2017

August 9, 2017

Join us on September 1, 2017, 7-9pm, for this year's annual Insect Safari at the UK Arboretum! We'll have games, face-painting, a live insect zoo, and other activities. Stay until dark and trek with us onto the Arboretum's network of trails to search for insects and spiders. $1 per person. Read more here.
Tips to Avoid Mosquito Bites

May 31, 2017

UK Entomology offers tips for protection from mosquito bites. Read the UKAgNews article by Katie Pratt.