Often, we find unwanted insects in our tunnel houses like scale and aphids, but the most interesting creature we discovered recently is the Saunders’ Case Moth Caterpillar. The caterpillar builds a mobile bag covered with silk, leaves and short twigs. When threatened, they retreat, sealing the front of the opening of the bag until it […]
What’s New in Bio-Control
Shane has been busy setting up our shared office while Lavina has provided us with a computer and internet access which has proven to be an invaluable tool. Eighteen months into our Leaf tying moth project we began our first field releases. Over 700 moths have been relocated to two sites in Gympie and more […]
Insect Population on the Decline
You may have read in the news recently, insect populations around the world are on the decline. But why is this happening? Significant factors include loss of habitat, pesticides, fertilisers, pollution and climate change. Insects play an important role in our ecosystems and are food for frogs, fish, birds and other animals. If we don’t […]
