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Identifying the Little Fire Ant, a New Invasive Species on Kaua'i

Anonymous (University of Hawaii, 2004-05)

This publication was prepared in support of an effort to eradicate an infestation on Kauai. Identifying and detecting presence of the ant are illustrated.
Insect and Mite Pests of Macadamia Nuts in Hawai'i -- A Quick Reference Guide

Wright, Mark G (University of Hawaii, 2003-06)

A poster for identification of tropical nut borer, southern green stinkbug, koa seedworm, litchi fruit moth, and their damage.
Insect Control Chart for Ornamental Crops

Anonymous (University of Hawaii, 2004-11)

Common insecticides and the insects controlled are listed.
Integrated Pest Management for the Home Garden: Insect Identification and Control

Ebesu, Richard (University of Hawaii, 2003-07)

This overview of insect types found in Hawaii, including pests and beneficials, discusses insect IPM strategies.
Managing Fruit Flies on Farms in Hawaii

Messing, Russell (University of Hawaii, 1999-09)

Four pest fruit fly species found in Hawaii are described and illustrated with photographs; baits, traps, insecticides, organic insecticides, and cultural controls are described.
Mangosteen Caterpillar

Nagao, Mike A; Leite, Heather MC; Hara, Arnold H; Niino-DuPonte, Ruth Y (University of Hawaii, 2004-01)

Garcinia mangostana and species of latex-bearing plants in the Guttiferae found in Hawaii are attacked by this insect.
Pest Management Strategies for Anthuriums

Hara, Arnold H; Tsang, Marcel MC; Jacobsen, Christopher M; Yogi-Chun, Julie Ann; Hata, Trent Y; Niino-DuPonte, Ruth Y (University of Hawaii, 2004-06)

This comprehensive guide to pest control in anthurium covers both non-chemical and chemical pest management strategies.
Quarantine Pests Commonly Found in Shipments from Hawaii

Chun, S; Niino-DuPonte, R; Hara, AH; Jacobsen, C (University of Hawaii, 2004-06)

Thirty-five pests are illustrated in this poster, including ants, scales, mealybugs, hoppers, slugs, and others.
Red Imported Fire Ant, a Seriously Harmful Potential Invasive Species

Reimer, Neil J; Okada, Carol (University of Hawaii, 2004-11)

Although Solenopsis invicta is not present in Hawaii, this publication advised of the threat its possible introduction poses; its biology and potential impacts are described. The distinction between this pest and S. geminata, ...
Root Mealybugs of Quarantine Significance in Hawaii

Hara, Arnold H; Niino-DuPonte, Ruth Y; Jacobsen, Christopher M (University of Hawaii, 2001-03)

Three of the seven mealybugs present in Hawaii are of concern to the potted plant for export industry; control options are discussed.
Scouting for Thrips in Orchid Flowers

Hollingsworth, Robert G; Hara, Arnold H; Sewake, Kelvin T (University of Hawaii, 2001-05)

Three monitoring methods are direct observation, flower shake, and the Berlese funnel, the latter being most accurate; instructions for constructing the funnel are given.
Stinging Nettle Caterpillar, Darna pallivitta

Chun, Stacey; Hara, Arnold; Niino-DuPonte, Ruth; Nagamine, Walter; Conant, Patrick; Hirayama, Clyde (University of Hawaii, 2005-12)

First noted in Hawaii in 2001, Darna pallivita is of major concern because of its painful sting, voracious appetite, lengthy larval feeding stage (2 months), high fecundity (480 eggs per female), and wide host range. A ...
Taro Root Aphid

Sato, Dwight M; Hara, Arnold H (University of Hawaii, 1997-12)

Taro root aphid is one of the most destructive pests of non-flooded taro in Hawaii. A hot water dip to disinfest huli (taro seedpieces) is described, and other control options are discussed.
Unlikely Guardians of Cropping Cystems: Can Birds and Spiders Protect Broccoli from Caterpillar Pests?

Hooks, Cerruti R2; Pandey, Raju R; Johnson, Marshall W (University of Hawaii, 2007-05)

A field experiment was conducted to examine the impact of bird and spider predation on lepidopteran caterpillar densities and broccoli productivity. Densities of Pieris rapae and Trichoplusia ni large caterpillars and their ...
Using Clovers as Living Mulches to Boost Yields, Suppress Pests, and Augment Spiders in a Broccoli Agroecosystem

Hooks, Cerruti R2; Pandey, Raju R; Johnson, Marshall W (University of Hawaii, 2007-05)

A field trial showed that it is possible to lower insect pest density while maintaining crop quality and yield by undersowing leguminous living mulches; white clover was best suited among the legumes tried in the broccoli ...