logo
Wisconsin DNR: Invasive Asian longhorned beetle, what to know

Wisconsin DNR: Invasive Asian longhorned beetle, what to know

Yahoo2 days ago
The Brief
The Wisconsin DNR has a heads-up about a "destructive, invasive" insect.
The Asian longhorned beetle has been found in six states, including Illinois.
The beetles are active from July through September.
MILWAUKEE - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has a heads-up for residents about a "destructive, invasive" insect that may arrive this summer: the Asian longhorned beetle.
Local perspective
According to the DNR, the beetle has not yet been found in Wisconsin. However, infestations have been found in six states – including Illinois.
FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android
Big picture view
The beetles are native to China and the Korean Peninsula. It is believed they got to North America as stowaways in wood packing materials. They have also been found in Europe.
What we know
Adult beetles can reach 1.5 inches in length. They have shiny black bodies with white spots. There are black-and-white stripes on their antennae. They are active from July through September.
Why you should care
The Asian longhorned beetle attacks maples and other trees that lose their leaves each fall, the DNR said, such as birch, elm and poplar trees.
SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News
Asian longhorned beetle eggs are laid on the tree and, after they hatch, the larvae tunnel under the bark and into the wood. Adults emerge the next summer by chewing an exit hole through the bark.
If they become established in North America, the DNR said there will be "serious environmental and economic impacts, especially to maple forests and industries that use maple products."
What you can do
Anyone who thinks they spotted an Asian longhorned beetle is asked to take high-quality, close-up photos and note their location as precisely as possible.
The beetle can easily hide in forewood, the DNR said, so avoid moving firewood long distances.
Any new and emerging insects should be reported to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection's Pest Hotline at 866-440-7523 or via email.
For more information about identifying or controlling Asian longhorn beetles, contact the DNR Forest Health specialist for your part of the state.
The Source
FOX6 News referenced information from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for this report.
Orange background

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Comments

No comments yet...

Related Articles

Wisconsin DNR: Invasive Asian longhorned beetle, what to know
Wisconsin DNR: Invasive Asian longhorned beetle, what to know

Yahoo

time2 days ago

  • Yahoo

Wisconsin DNR: Invasive Asian longhorned beetle, what to know

The Brief The Wisconsin DNR has a heads-up about a "destructive, invasive" insect. The Asian longhorned beetle has been found in six states, including Illinois. The beetles are active from July through September. MILWAUKEE - The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has a heads-up for residents about a "destructive, invasive" insect that may arrive this summer: the Asian longhorned beetle. Local perspective According to the DNR, the beetle has not yet been found in Wisconsin. However, infestations have been found in six states – including Illinois. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android Big picture view The beetles are native to China and the Korean Peninsula. It is believed they got to North America as stowaways in wood packing materials. They have also been found in Europe. What we know Adult beetles can reach 1.5 inches in length. They have shiny black bodies with white spots. There are black-and-white stripes on their antennae. They are active from July through September. Why you should care The Asian longhorned beetle attacks maples and other trees that lose their leaves each fall, the DNR said, such as birch, elm and poplar trees. SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News Asian longhorned beetle eggs are laid on the tree and, after they hatch, the larvae tunnel under the bark and into the wood. Adults emerge the next summer by chewing an exit hole through the bark. If they become established in North America, the DNR said there will be "serious environmental and economic impacts, especially to maple forests and industries that use maple products." What you can do Anyone who thinks they spotted an Asian longhorned beetle is asked to take high-quality, close-up photos and note their location as precisely as possible. The beetle can easily hide in forewood, the DNR said, so avoid moving firewood long distances. Any new and emerging insects should be reported to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection's Pest Hotline at 866-440-7523 or via email. For more information about identifying or controlling Asian longhorn beetles, contact the DNR Forest Health specialist for your part of the state. The Source FOX6 News referenced information from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for this report.

Restaurant servers ‘hate' this common customer habit — and it's something most people are guilty of doing
Restaurant servers ‘hate' this common customer habit — and it's something most people are guilty of doing

New York Post

time4 days ago

  • New York Post

Restaurant servers ‘hate' this common customer habit — and it's something most people are guilty of doing

Excuse me! Servers everywhere agree that this one common dining habit is more disruptive than diners realize. Calling your server over multiple times on separate occasions for things such as extra napkins, a lemon wedge, more dressing or another spoon seems innocent but in reality, it pisses off servers. 3 Waving your server over to the table to ask for one more thing multiple times can drive them crazy. estradaanton – It even has a name: one-timing. While each request is reasonable on its own, one-timing can significantly disrupt a server's flow and add stress to an already busy shift. 'This habit does bother me, especially when I was first starting out as a server and was relatively inexperienced, because it really slows everything down,' says Stephanie S., a server at a chain restaurant in Utah, told Reader's Digest. 'I felt like people were being too needy, and it stressed me out.' During slower hours, servers might not mind the extra trips. But making them run in circles during a dinner rush will likely upset them. 3 Nothing is worse for a server than having their workflow disrupted during a busy shift. Andrey Popov – 'I'll admit, it kind of makes me hate people if they do this at peak dinner rush,' Sarah S., a server at an Asian-fusion restaurant in Florida, told the outlet. 'When we're slammed, it turns into a logistical nightmare, but when we're not busy it's not a big deal and I don't mind as much.' However, April O., a server at a chain restaurant in Texas, said that this isn't just the diner's fault. She claimed this happens because 'customers forget to ask for everything they need and the server fails to anticipate their needs.' 3 Servers want customers to anticipate their needs so they can ask for everything all at once. estradaanton – 'If both server and patron are doing their parts, there shouldn't be any 'one-timing.'' 'To reduce these kinds of guest requests, I always try to anticipate needs — especially for big parties or families with little kids, who are the most likely to one-time me to death,' Valerie P., a server at a family restaurant in Washington, explained. To avoid being this type of customer, servers want customers to think ahead and check their needs—extra utensils, condiments, drinks — and ask for them all at once. And if people are dining with a large group — the table should ask each other if they need anything before the server comes by to check in.

Oldest Asian black bear in human care in US has ‘last best day.' Meet Beezler
Oldest Asian black bear in human care in US has ‘last best day.' Meet Beezler

Miami Herald

time5 days ago

  • Miami Herald

Oldest Asian black bear in human care in US has ‘last best day.' Meet Beezler

The oldest Asian black bear under human care in the U.S. was given her 'last best day' before being humanely euthanized at the age of 30, Colorado zoo officials said. Beezler, who stood at 2 and a half feet tall to the shoulder and was part of a breed that isn't commonly seen in zoos, came to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in 1994 along with her sister Honey, who died in 2022, according to a June 30 Facebook post by the Colorado Springs-based zoo. 'It may sound strange, but we work hard and have hours of discussions to make sure we're giving each animal its Last Best Day,' Bob Chastain, president and CEO at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, said in the post. 'We wanted to make sure Beezler was healthy enough to pass peacefully. That meant a few things for us. She needed to eat something so we could keep her medicated, and we needed her to be comfortable and peaceful while the process took place. The team was able to achieve that peaceful passing for Beezler, and that's comforting to all of us. She'll be deeply missed.' As part of the 'bright brown' eyed and 'fluffy' girl's 'last best day' before being euthanized on June 29, she was given cookies, whipped cream, muffins and meatballs while she soaked in the sun one last time, the zoo said. Staff went to see Beezler to say their goodbyes, sign a card and 'express their gratitude for her,' zookeepers said. Although she was considered 'old,' Beezler would even surprise her 'care team by climbing up' a structure that sat 15 feet high, the zoo said. 'She was the oldest Asiatic black bear in human care in the country, but it seems like she only turned 'old' really recently,' Jessi Palmer, Rocky Mountain Wild animal keeper, said in the post. 'She was still so mentally sharp, observant and engaged. It's like we knew she was old, but she didn't believe it. I think many people who are aging related to her and were inspired by her. She just kept going.' Asian black bears typically live up to 25 years in the wild and as long as 39 years in captivity, and they are considered a vulnerable species, with 60,000 remaining in the world, according to Britannica. Rocky Mountain Wild senior animal keeper, Erika Furnes, worked with Beezler for nine years and said the 'adorable' girl was always able to 'keep you on your toes,' the zoo said. The bear known for her 'sweet' and 'patient' confidence also had a 'side of respectable sass,' the zoo said. 'During training sessions, sometimes Beezler was training us,' Furnes said. 'If you weren't delivering her training rewards the right way — holding the tongs at just the right angle, getting the food portions perfect and pacing them as quickly as she wanted them — she would start taking the food from the tongs with a bit more quickness and intensity. She was still gentle, taking the food just with her lips, but she would definitely communicate if your performance wasn't up to her standards.' Furnes said Beezler taught staff 'a lot about making accommodations for aging animals' as their 'bodies slow down.' Toward the end of her life, what was once her pool was turned into a dirt pile, 'which she loved,' the zoo said. Beezler always remained young at heart, even basking in 'young bear enrichment' like tearing up a log that had porcupine scent on it, the zoo said. People would attend the zoo just to see Beezler, even sometimes asking where she was when she was in her den taking a nap, the zoo said. 'A big part of our role is to help guests fall in love with animals, but she didn't need us,' Furnes said. 'She did that on her own. People connected with her in so many ways, and she was the perfect ambassador for her species.'

DOWNLOAD THE APP

Get Started Now: Download the App

Ready to dive into a world of global content with local flavor? Download Daily8 app today from your preferred app store and start exploring.
app-storeplay-store