About this episode

Entomologist Zach Schumm discusses how to identify whether an insect is a pest or beneficial.

When you encounter an insect in a surprising place it can be alarming, particularly if you’re one of the many people who has an uncomfortable relationship with insects. Entomologist Zach Schumm of Iowa State University joins to give us the tools we need to decide if an insect is a pest or something we should leave in peace.

People in this episode

Host: Iowa Public Radio

Guest: Zach Schumm

Topics covered

• insects
• pests
• entomology
• gardening
• education

Keywords

• insects
• pests
• entomologist
• gardening
• Iowa State University

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Iowa State University, Iowa Public Radio

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