Hexapoda

Trumpillar - Caterpillar That Looks Like President Donald Trump's Hair found in Tennessee

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Tuesday, September 29, 2020
Megalopygidae, Lepidoptera, Insects, Hexapoda, Megalopyge opercularis, Flannel moth, Metanastria hyrtaca, Megalopyge, Caterpillar

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- A U.S. Pest Protection customer in Tennessee submitted a photo of a Megalopyge Opercularis, a.k.a.

Key Points: 
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- A U.S. Pest Protection customer in Tennessee submitted a photo of a Megalopyge Opercularis, a.k.a.
  • the "Trumpillar" a hairy caterpillar that resembles President of the United States, Donald J. Trump's hair, but on an insect which is really just a flannel moth in its larva form.
  • Symbolistic for its fuzzy yellowish-orange hair, the Trumpillar takes on a very distinct look of the President's hairstyle when in its larva stage of life.
  • To conclude, if you think you have come across a bug that looks like Trump's hair, or a miniature toupee hairpiece iconic of President Trump's hair, it's most likely just a Southern Flannel Moth in larva caterpillar form.

Buzz B-Gone Mosquito Trap: The Must-See UV Insect Bug Zapper

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Friday, August 7, 2020
Insects in culture, Insect control, Culicidae, Hexapoda, Insects, Ectoparasites, Haematophagy, Mosquito, Mesozoic, Ultraviolet, Zapper, Buzz

With easy to clean access and a highly effective kill rate, the Buzz B Gone Mosquito Trap device is not your average flying insect zapper.

Key Points: 
  • With easy to clean access and a highly effective kill rate, the Buzz B Gone Mosquito Trap device is not your average flying insect zapper.
  • This makes the mosquito killing Buzz B-Gone unit safe to use around pets, young children and even bird feeders.
  • The buzz behind the BuzzBGone mosquito zapping trap is just due to the uncomfortable nature of being bitten and itchy.
  • The BuzzBGone UV mosquito zapper utilizes specific wavelengths that trick mosquitoes into thinking it is a live food source.

Native Stinging Insects Pose Greater Threat to Americans than Invasive “Murder Hornets”

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Children, Other Consumer, Other Health, Health, Other Natural Resources, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Family, Environment, Consumer, Veterinary, Insects, Arthropods, Hexapoda, Vespidae, Insects in culture, Symbiosis, Hornet, Wasp, National Pest Management Association, Ant, Yellowjacket, NPMA

Although the Asian giant hornet may not pose a significant threat to most Americans, especially those living outside the Pacific Northwest, the National Pest Management Association ( NPMA ) is reminding the public about the serious health threats that native stinging insects such as wasps and yellowjackets pose to the entire country.

Key Points: 
  • Although the Asian giant hornet may not pose a significant threat to most Americans, especially those living outside the Pacific Northwest, the National Pest Management Association ( NPMA ) is reminding the public about the serious health threats that native stinging insects such as wasps and yellowjackets pose to the entire country.
  • In the U.S. alone, stinging insects send more than 500,000 people to the emergency room every year, said Jim Fredericks, Ph.D., chief entomologist for the National Pest Management Association.
  • While they may be small in size, stinging insects can pose serious health threats and should be treated with extreme caution.
  • A number of different stinging insects serve as important pollinators for the environment.

Pesticides and bees: evidence on mortality rates reviewed

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
Beekeeping, Arthropods, Insects, Hexapoda, Pesticide toxicity to bees, Bee, Honey bee, Honey, Bumble Bees, Bumblebee, Colony collapse disorder, Neonicotinoid

EFSA has completed a comprehensive analysis of the available scientific evidence on bee mortality, as part of its ongoing review of the guidance for assessing risks to bees from pesticides.

Key Points: 
  • EFSA has completed a comprehensive analysis of the available scientific evidence on bee mortality, as part of its ongoing review of the guidance for assessing risks to bees from pesticides.
  • The reportpublished today is based on the largest systematic collection of evidence on mortality rates ever carried out, and covers the three bee groups honey bees, bumble bees and solitary bees.
  • Establishing reliable figures on bee mortality rates is a crucial component of the guidance review.
  • The report aims to strengthen existing knowledge by adopting a more systematic approach than used previously, and widening the scope of the analysis beyond mortality of forager bees.

Shareholder Alert: Robbins LLP Announces It Is Investigating ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (SERV) for Misleading Shareholders

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Thursday, June 11, 2020
Legal, Professional services, Franchises, ServiceMaster, Termites, Hexapoda, Insects, Formosan subterranean termite, Termite, Fiduciary, Organisms

Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP announces that it is investigating ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SERV) for alleged violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and whether the Company's officers and directors breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders.

Key Points: 
  • Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP announces that it is investigating ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SERV) for alleged violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and whether the Company's officers and directors breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders.
  • ServiceMaster provides residential and commercial termite and pest control, restoration, and cleaning services.
  • On October 22, 2019, ServiceMaster announced disappointing preliminary financial results for the third quarter 2019, having missed revenue and earnings estimates.
  • ServiceMaster attributed the disappointing results to "termite damage claims arising primarily from Formosan termite activity" and admitted that this had been a "known issue" since early 2018.

DEADLINE ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Reminds Investors That a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Legal, Professional services, Termites, Symbiosis, Termite, Hexapoda, Insects, Formosan subterranean termite, ServiceMaster, States of the United States, Lawsuit, ALABAMA

Investors have until June 9, 2020 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit.

Key Points: 
  • Investors have until June 9, 2020 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit.
  • On October 22, 2019, ServiceMaster announced disappointing preliminary financial results for the third quarter of 2019.
  • The press release attributed the disappointing results to termite damage claims arising primarily from Formosan termite activity, primarily in Mobile, Alabama.
  • The Company further stated that this had been a known issue, having taken mitigating measures starting in 2018.

Destructive Invasive Insects Require a Multi-Step Approach to Control

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Thursday, May 21, 2020
Insects, Hexapoda, Nature, Buprestidae, Emerald ash borer, Forestry in the United States, EAB, Fraxinus, Invasive species, Tetrastichus planipennisi, Oobius agrili

WASHINGTON, May 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Outdoor spaces may not only be occupied by people and pets this summer, but also destructive invasive insects like the emerald ash borer.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, May 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Outdoor spaces may not only be occupied by people and pets this summer, but also destructive invasive insects like the emerald ash borer.
  • EAB is among the biggest invasive insect threats in North America.
  • A multi-step approach can be taken to control EAB by monitoring for infestations, consulting with experts and treating with pest control products.
  • A balanced, multi-step approach to controlling invasive insects like EAB will help keep trees healthy so their shade and beauty can be enjoyed this summer and for many seasons to come.

Shareholder Alert: Robbins LLP Announces ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (SERV) Sued for Misleading Shareholders

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020
Legal, Professional services, Franchises, ServiceMaster, Termites, Hexapoda, Insects, Formosan subterranean termite, Termite, Service companies

Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP announces that a purchaser of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SERV) filed a class action complaint against the Company for alleged violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 between February 26, 2019 and November 4, 2019.

Key Points: 
  • Shareholder rights law firm Robbins LLP announces that a purchaser of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SERV) filed a class action complaint against the Company for alleged violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 between February 26, 2019 and November 4, 2019.
  • ServiceMaster provides residential and commercial termite and pest control, restoration, and cleaning services.
  • However, on October 22, 2019, ServiceMaster announced disappointing preliminary financial results for the third quarter 2019, having missed revenue and earnings estimates.
  • ServiceMaster attributed the disappointing results to "termite damage claims arising primarily from Formosan termite activity" and admitted that this had been a "known issue" since early 2018.

TruGreen Announces List of Top U.S. Buggiest Cities

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Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Haematophagy, Insects in culture, Arthropods, Hexapoda, Insects, Tick, Mosquito, Flea

TruGreen , the nation's leading lawn care company whose services include mosquito, flea and tick control, released its 2020 list of cities most bothered by bugs.

Key Points: 
  • TruGreen , the nation's leading lawn care company whose services include mosquito, flea and tick control, released its 2020 list of cities most bothered by bugs.
  • Compiled from 2019 customer data, this year's list also includes the increased percentage in services provided compared to the previous year.
  • This much anticipated warmer weather will also undoubtedly bring the arrival of mosquitoes, fleas and ticks," said John Bell, board-certified entomologist at TruGreen.
  • TruGreen further examined the customer data to identify the top 10 markets affected by ticks and mosquitoes:

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Reminds Investors That Class Action Lawsuits Have Been Filed Against ServiceMaster, iAnthus, iQIYI, and GSX Techedu and Encourages Investors to Contact the Firm

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Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Termites, Terminix, Hexapoda, Insects, Formosan subterranean termite, Termite, ServiceMaster, Earnings call, Organisms

The press release attributed the disappointing results to termite damage claims arising primarily from Formosan termite activity, primarily in Mobile, Alabama.

Key Points: 
  • The press release attributed the disappointing results to termite damage claims arising primarily from Formosan termite activity, primarily in Mobile, Alabama.
  • The Company further stated that this had been a known issue, having taken mitigating measures starting in 2018.
  • Finally, the Company announced the sudden departure of Matthew J. Stevenson in his role as President of Terminix Residential.
  • That same day, defendants held an earnings call with analysts and investors to discuss ServiceMasters third quarter 2019 financial results.