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The mosquito Aedes aegypti arrived in metro Las Vegas, Nevada, eight years ago and, despite the arid conditions, has found a foothold. A new study finds the species to be present in more than half of census tracts in the area, causing concern about rising risk of vector-borne disease.
No Rain, No Problem: Yellow Fever Mosquito Expands Footprint in Las Vegas
A new study finds the mosquito Aedes aegypti to be present in more than half of census tracts in metro Las Vegas, despite the area's arid conditions.
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Arthropod Photo of the Week: October 8, 2025
Social paper wasp
Agelaia pallipes
Hymenoptera: Vespidae
By Alexandre Andes Gascon, Florida, USA
#arthropodPOTW
Close-up view of a yellow and orange wasp's face, showing detailed compound eyes, antennae, and mouthparts, against a bright red background. The wasp is perched on a piece of wood.
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Weevils aren't known for being noisy, but some do indeed chirp like some of their insect cousins. A new study examines the acoustic signals of soybean weevils to shed light on how they signal each other for mating or emitting distress calls.
Eavesdropping on Soybean Weevils: Scientists Detect Subtle Acoustic Signals
A new study examines the acoustic signals of soybean weevils to shed light on how they signal each other for mating or emitting distress calls.
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Tomorrow, October 8, is the deadline for the National Insect Photographic Exhibition, organized by the Creative Camera Club of Lexington, Kentucky. Images selected will be showcased at #EntSoc25 and may also be highlighted in #arthropodPOTW www.creativecamera.club/blank-11
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NEWS: Jeffrey G. Scott of Cornell University has been selected as a new co-editor-in-chief of ESA's Journal of Economic Entomology. Scott will replace Nan-Yao Su of the University of Florida, who will step down at the end of 2025 after 6+ years in the role. www.entsoc.org/news/press-r...
A man with short gray hair wearing a dark suit, white dress shirt, and blue patterned tie, stands outdoors in front of green foliage. Close-up of a moth resting on a green leaf against a black background. The image is on the cover of the "Journal of Economic Entomology," August 2025, Vol. 118, No. 4.
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Submissions are due October 8 for the National Insect Photographic Exhibition, organized by the Creative Camera Club of Lexington, Kentucky. Images selected will be showcased at #EntSoc25 and may also be highlighted in "Arthropod Photo of the Week." www.creativecamera.club/blank-11
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Arthropod Photo of the Week: October 1, 2025
Tailed cellar spider
Crossopriza lyoni
Araneae: Pholcidae
By Rodolfo Vega Littlewood (rvlfoto.weebly.com), Sonora, Mexico
#arthropodPOTW
A close-up of a long-legged spider holding a cluster of gray eggs beneath its body. The background consists of a brown, textured surface, possibly a dried leaf.
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Meet Katherine Brown, field research manager at the University of South Carolina, previously a professional dancer in Broadway national tours and cruise ships, and subject of the next installment of our "Standout Early Career Professionals" series.
From Performance to Public Health: How One Entomologist Found a Second Career in Tick Surveillance
Meet Katherine Brown, field research manager at the University of South Carolina, professional dancer, and our next "Standout Early Career Professionals" profile.
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Reminder to submit a talk for the Dipterists Meeting at @entsocamerica.bsky.social if you're interested.

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**Attention fly enthusiasts!** We're looking for presenters for the Dipterists Society General Meeting at ESA @entsocamerica.bsky.social in Portland, OR (November 11th)

If you're interested in giving a talk, please DM me for a link to submit a title/abstract. Deadline to submit is October 10th.
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Southeastern, March 8-11, Hilton Head
Eastern, March 14-17, Saratoga Springs
Southwestern, March 29-April 1, Amarillo
Pacific, April 12-15, Spokane
North Central, April 19-22, Des Moines
International, April 27-29, Virtual
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ESA's Branches are designated on the basis of geographical contiguity for the purpose of holding meetings, providing an opportunity for presentation of papers, and stimulating interest in entomology.
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Showcase your work and connect with your colleagues at an ESA Branch Meeting!

ESA's Eastern, Southeastern, and Southwestern Branches have opened their call for symposia, all with the deadline of October 31.

Submissions for the Pacific, International, and North Central Branch open soon.
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Navy entomologists serve as experts for all things arthropod, mitigating nuisance and disease risk posed by pests and vectors to servicemembers at home and abroad. Learn more from three Navy entomologists who share their experiences and lessons learned as early career professionals in the military.
From Graduate Student to Naval Officer: Learning to Lead as Navy Entomologists
Navy entomologists serve as experts for all things arthropod, mitigating nuisance and disease risk posed by pests and vectors to servicemembers at home and abroad.
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Submissions are due October 8 for the National Insect Photographic Exhibition, organized by the Creative Camera Club of Lexington, Kentucky. Images selected will be showcased at #EntSoc25 and may also be highlighted in "Arthropod Photo of the Week." www.creativecamera.club/blank-11
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Arthropod Photo of the Week: September 24, 2025
Red net-winged beetle
Punicealis hamata
Coleoptera: Lycidae
By Adam Haberski (@ahaberski.bsky.social), Alaska, USA
#arthropodPOTW
A red and black beetle with wings extended appears to be taking off from a green, leafy plant. The background is blurred, highlighting the insect amid foliage in the foreground.
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Ben Puttler, emeritus professor and extension entomologist at University of Missouri, is known for historic contributions to biological control as well as generosity in guiding entomology students and colleagues. In a career retrospective, colleagues recount Puttler's accomplishments and legacy.
The Gifts of Ben Puttler: From Aphids to Answers
In a career retrospective, two colleagues recount the accomplishments and legacy of Ben Puttler, emeritus professor and extension entomologist at the University of Missouri.
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New paper out! Looking at the change in VOCs of fruit due to black soldier fly digestion.

#sustainability #blacksoldierfly

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Deadline tomorrow, September 19!

Submit your proposal about the New World screwworm for an upcoming special collection from the Journal of Medical Entomology and the Journal of Economic Entomology: entsoc.org/publications... @oxfordacademic.bsky.social
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On cattle farms, dung beetles mix cow manure into the soil, thereby reducing methane emissions, recycling nutrients, and outcompeting pests. A new study examines several cattle parasiticides and offers farmers a guide on minimizing nontarget impacts on these beneficial beetles.
To Protect Dung Beetles, Cattle Farmers Should Choose Parasiticides Carefully
A study examines cattle parasiticides for effects on dung beetles and offers farmers a guide to minimize nontarget impacts on these beneficial beetles.
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Juan Carlos Cambronero-Heinrichs, Ph.D., postdoctoral researcher at New Mexico State University, earned a 2025 ESA John Henry Comstock Award (International Branch). entsoc.org/news/press-r...
Juan Carlos Cambronero-Heinrichs, Ph.D.
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Robin Marquez, student at the University of Central Florida and assistant at the UCF Collection of Arthropods, earned a 2025 ESA Alate Award. entsoc.org/news/press-r...
Robin Marquez
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Patricia Prade, Ph.D., extension entomologist at Penn State University, earned the 2025 Early Career Professional Extension, Outreach, and Engagement Award. entsoc.org/news/press-r...
Patricia Prade, Ph.D.