RE: [PestList] Help IDing a Beetle

It looks like a very old dermestid adult – long dead. Larder-Beetle.pdf (museumpests.net) From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of jillbaron151 Sent: Tuesday, June 4, 2024 4:07 PM To: MuseumPests Subject: [PestList]

[PestList] RE: Booklice Control

Hi Marna – It sounds like you are doing the right actions. Since they mostly eat mold – they are more of an indicator species – an indicator of the presence of mold – to the best way to control them is humidity control (if you can) and housekeeping. An uptick in the numbers means that your

Re: [PestList] millipedes

Millipedes are hunters of other critters, therefore incidentals. They are not a collections pest. Check for their food source and for the way they are getting in. Block all holes and cracks. Check the door sweeps. Redouble house keeping. Good luck, Gretchen Sent from my iPhone On Jun 2,

RE: [PestList] Anyone have ideas on what could be damaging these taxidermy mounts?

Hi Jasmine, You definitely have a problem. Is it possible to get some closeups? Are these taxidermies in the open or in cases? This information would help to identify the problem. Good luck Gretchen From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Jasmine Heckman Sent: Friday, May 3, 2024

RE: [PestList] Fumigation Recommendations

Lacey, Is that a product that is allowed for use in Texas. Most fumigants are prohibited by law for human health reasons. In addition they must be applied by a licensed Pest control manager. A couple of questions: 1. After freezing, heating or anoxic treatments do you increase your

[PestList] RE: request for ID from southeast Himalayas

Hi Ayesha, You are looking at 2 different species. The first two images (adults) are moths. It is hard to determine what kind of moth it is from the photos, but is possibly on of a number of species of moths that eat animal based materials (fiber, hair, skin etc) (Tineola bisselliella –

RE: [PestList] Is this mold?

Agreed – it is some kind of crystalline material – soluble or insoluble. Gretchen Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History (Preferred pronouns: she/her) anders...@carnegiemnh.org Mobile: 412-420-9083 From: pestlist@googlegroups.com

RE: [PestList] Re: Working with pest companies

Hi Josie, Since you are new to the IPM process, please remember that light traps, sticky traps and other such devices are primarily for monitoring. They can help you determine what species are present and the seriousness of the infestation, then you can focus on elimination (or more probably

[PestList] RE: query re hairy pest, previous pestlist post

Hi Lindsey, Could you please include a photograph? Wooly bear is a common name, used for a number of different insects. It usually refers to a larval form. Gretchen Anderson Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History (Preferred pronouns: she/her) anders

[PestList] RE: pest exposure to carbon dioxide

This is published 1983: There has been a significant amount of research on CO2 as an anoxic method of pest control since then. Much of the work has been done in the 1990’s to more recently. Tom Strang has done a significant amount of research on CO2. Check out his publications both on the

RE: [EXTERNAL] Re: [PestList] Effects of Bat Guano on Musical Instrument Collections

Sarah, I am also an objects conservator with a focus on preventive and natural history conservation (Carnegie Museum of Natural History) and I concur with both Fran and Rich. To add to the discussion – during examination of the instruments, you might also want to examine inside of the cases

[PestList] RE: Peach Tree and Preventing Pests in Exhibition

Dear Shelly, Would it be possible to do a heat treatment on the tree? That would be less toxic and just as effective. Gretchen Anderson From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Shelly Mallon Sent: Friday, November 24, 2023 9:33 AM To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Subject: [PestList] RE:

[PestList] RE: pest identification

Hi Heather, Yes they are a dermestid larva, looks like an early instar. (Dermestid = carpet beetles and their relatives) However, it is difficult to identify the specific dermestid at this stage. Here are a couple of questions to help you think about approaching your response to this

[PestList] Re: Adhesive Tape

Hi Heather, I have done something similar, which works just fine. 1. used double stick tape (or a product called Tanglefoot) on cards as blunder traps for institutions that do not have the budget to use pre-made traps. 2. Used double stick tape on mylar for areas where you want the

Re: [PestList] Dermestid on pest strip

ips inside the cabinets where the demestids were found just to see if there is any activity inside. Thank you for your response! Anna On Thu, Oct 26, 2023 at 8:19 PM Anderson, Gretchen mailto:anders...@carnegiemnh.org>> wrote: Hi Anna, First off, where were the traps that caught the dermestids?

Re: [PestList] Dermestid on pest strip

Hi Anna, First off, where were the traps that caught the dermestids? Were they inside cabinets or on the floor? Are the contaminated traps close to each other? Second, do you know where the spiders are? Are there areas that are hot spots for spiders. That might indicate a hot spot for

RE: [PestList] Re: Mold?

Agreed, however mold is probably going to grow only if the environmental conditions are right. Best to try to clean off the scuffs. Gretchen Anderson From: 'Ansley Davies' via MuseumPests Sent: Thursday, October 26, 2023 8:26 PM To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: [PestList] Re: Mold?

Re: [PestList] Re: Mold?

Hi Mikael, That is not mold. It looks like skiffs of some kind. Nothing to worry about. Good luck with your inventory. Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History Sent from my iPhone On Oct 26, 2023, at 4:27 PM, Mikael Fox wrote:  CAUTION: This email originated from

[PestList] RE: ungluing insects

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RE: [PestList] Mold or insect activity or both?

What is your relative humidity? From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Cheri Schneider Sent: Wednesday, October 4, 2023 9:10 AM To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Subject: RE: [PestList] Mold or insect activity or both? CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not

Re: [PestList] Re: Use of Raid on Bontanical

I have run into this (found raid cans in collection cabinets) but have not researched it. Also, occasionally seen Raid and other pesticides on maintenance staff carts. I would be very interested in seeing if anyone has researched this. Gretchen Anderson. Sent from my iPhone > On Sep 20,

[PestList] RE: Fresh branches

Dear Mike. Heating would be the best option. It is faster than freezing and does not require a huge walk-in freezer. There are instructions on CCI web site. https://www.canada.ca/en/conservation-institute/services/agents-deterioration/pests.html. You can make an “oven” using black sheeting

Re: [EXT][PestList] IPM Consulting in Connecticut or Surrounding Area?

Hi Wendi, If you are interested, I teach IPM planning through [MuseumStudylogo300-1920w.jpg] Museum Study online professional development - Home museumstudy.com Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum on

Re: [PestList] Caracara

Did you find any frass? It could be dermestids. I recommend bagging and freezing. Instructions are on Museum pest Network site. Do not use pesticides. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 6, 2023, at 12:06 AM, Anderson, Gretchen wrote:  Sent from my iPhone On Sep 5, 2023, at 6:06 PM, ulisses mello

Re: [PestList] Caracara

Sent from my iPhone On Sep 5, 2023, at 6:06 PM, ulisses mello wrote:  CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Have you considered anoxia with Argon gas? Kind

Re: [PestList] Moth casing id

Hi Elizabeth, these are definitely a dermestid larval casing, possible an odd beetle. Gretchen Anderson Sent from my iPhone On Jul 29, 2023, at 12:24 PM, cura...@tacomahistory.org wrote:  CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments

[PestList] RE: ID request

Hi Alexandra, The moth is an outdoor moth that has been attracted to the light. I am not sure what the beetles are. Your post is a reminder to all of us. It is best not to place lights directly adjacent to the doors (or other openings) into collection spaces. They will draw insects. You

RE: [PestList] catch and release traps

and for staff and public than any other method. Good luck Gretchen Anderson Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History (Preferred pronouns: she/her) anders...@carnegiemnh.org<mailto:anders...@carnegiemnh.org> Mobile: 412-420-9083 From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of

Re: [PestList] Re: Walk in Freezer Question

You could also rent a freezer truck. Gretchen Sent from my iPhone On Jul 13, 2023, at 11:07 AM, 'Sarah Taylor' via MuseumPests wrote:  CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content

Re: [PestList] Unknown insects

The last is a dermestid larva. Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of natural History Sent from my iPhone On Jul 6, 2023, at 3:20 PM, Dr Tony Irwin wrote:  CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize

Re: [PestList] Insect ID help

Hi Kate, The first larva is a dermestid, not sure what species off hand, possibly a varied carpet beetle. You also have several adult dermestids probably varied carpet beetles Anthrenus verbaci ( nice photos). And it looks like a meal moth in the trap. Gretchen Sent from my iPhone On Jul 3,

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[PestList] Re: larder beetle larvae

Definitely dermestid. Larder beetle would be a good guess since you found adults. Do you have photos of the adults? Get Outlook for iOS From: pestlist@googlegroups.com on behalf of Joseph Jackson Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2023 1:12:24 AM

[PestList] RE: Non-food bait for mouse traps

If you use any food baits you need to watch for insect infestation, of course. And remember, with snap traps, keep reusing them, even after it has killed a mouse. Mice are less skittish when the trap smells like mouse (live or dead). They become familiar and are part of the environment. Mice

[PestList] RE: Non-food bait for mouse traps

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[PestList] RE: Non-food bait for mouse traps

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[PestList] RE: Non-food bait for mouse traps

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[PestList] RE: Non-food bait for mouse traps

Tootsie rolls! What a great idea! I will add that to my arsenal, and to the IPM classes I teach! Thanks Joel! Gretchen Carnegie Museum of Natural History Museum Study, LLC From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Voron, Joel Sent: Friday, June 9, 2023 3:55 PM To:

[PestList] RE: Non-food bait for mouse traps

Hi Angela, I usually recommend materials that can be used for nesting – such as yarn – to bait traps with non-food items. Anything that can be secured to the trigger theoretically should work. This is not as attractive as food, of course. You can also try other types of food, that might not

[PestList] RE: Casing mystery

What is the fabric? Wool/hair yarn? Gretchen Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History (Preferred pronouns: she/her) anders...@carnegiemnh.org Mobile: 412-420-9083 From: 'Mary Nicolett' via MuseumPests Sent: Friday, May 5, 2023 5:36

RE: [EXTERNAL] [PestList] Live Animals In Museum Spaces

Hi Madeline, We have both resident live animals for ongoing programing and occasional animals, such as birds of prey as programing. The comments below are to the point. The biggest pest concern is the food for the animals. With birds of prey it will likely be dead mice or scraps of meat kept

[PestList] RE: Clothing moth expert

Hi Jennifer, Any number of us can talk to her about an clothing moth infestation. She can ask her questions directly (or through you) on the pest list Believe me, many of us have dealt with all types of severe moth infestations. That is one of the reasons for this list. She can also check

RE: [PestList] Drugstore beetle infested book treatment?

Hi Margaret, The methods for both low temperature temperature and heat treatment are well described on the Museum Pests Network web site. https://museumpests.net/solutions/ . Either method would work for the situation you describe, if you follow the instructions. In addition to treating the

RE: [PestList] RE: Cigarette beetle?

In addition, they can be seen as an indicator of moisture (leading to fungal/mold) issues. As Tony says, just a few are not too much of a concern, many indicate a more serious issue, possibly water leak of some kind. Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History (Preferred

[PestList] Re: winged pest

Jodi can you send any photographs? Get Outlook for iOS From: pestlist@googlegroups.com on behalf of Jodi Lundgren Sent: Monday, April 10, 2023 5:29:39 PM To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Subject: [PestList] winged pest CAUTION: This email

RE: [PestList] Pantry Moths

I agree with Tom. A photograph would help with identification. If there was food there at some point, then an infestation might have started with that. And if the area was not thoroughly cleaned there is probably plenty of food left for the larva to thrive on. Since she is painting the room,

[PestList] RE: Mystery debris on African object

Wendi, Case making clothes moths - Tinea pellionella (Linnaeus). These are pretty universal, so no telling where they are from – most likely New England. If you are not seeing any current live critters (or adult moths), chances are that it was treated at some point. You might want to see if

[PestList] RE: silverfish damage

This does look like silverfish damage. The hole is consistent with damage I have seen and it looks like there is grazing as well. Do as Volker suggests, and look for thin spots or trails. This indicates grazing. What are your environmental conditions? Silver fish much prefer warmish, humid

RE: [PestList] Booklice?

Yes, it is a booklice – often called psocid, Liposcelis spp. Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History (Preferred pronouns: she/her) anders...@carnegiemnh.org Mobile: 412-420-9083 From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of kleard

RE: [PestList] Larvae ID

Are all of the photos of the same larva? They are all dermestids, but not sure what kind. Good photos though. Gretchen From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of kleard Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2022 2:30 PM To: MuseumPests Subject: [PestList] Larvae ID CAUTION: This email originated from

RE: [PestList] Larvae ID

This is definitely a dermestid – the stripes look too dark for an Thylodrias contractus, but it is hard to tell. From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of kleard Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2022 2:30 PM To: MuseumPests Subject: [PestList] Larvae ID CAUTION: This email originated from

[PestList] RE: Is it possible to determine how long a moth has been on sticky trap?

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[PestList] RE: Is it possible to determine how long a moth has been on sticky trap?

Hi Diane, A couple of questions to consider: 1. Is this an open diorama or a closed one? 2. How often do you examine the beavers, and clean them? 3. Are there other taxidermy specimens in diorama or close by that might be affected? If it is possible, it would be great if you could

RE: [PestList] RE: Determination

As Tony notes Book lice are an indicator of damp areas, as are the other species he identifies. They can be found in any type of collection or museum. Natural history collections have a great deal of paper work that can be affected, and book lice are as common there as in any other collection.

[PestList] Re: pest management professionals

Hi Jodi, There are a number of reasons to resort to “spraying”, primarily it is a form of blocking. As you noted, you do not want to do anything like this in direct contact with collections, nor any general spraying or fogging with pesticides. Most often, a barrier of residual contact

[PestList] RE: shrew

It is a cute little guy. The poor critter must have wandered in by accident. Gretchen From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Jodi Lundgren Sent: Friday, December 2, 2022 3:29 PM To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Subject: [PestList] shrew CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the

[PestList] RE: Question about mice

Ayesha, Dan and Tom’s comments are right on the money. Ultrasonic devices are not effective in the least. Cat’s are not worth the return – they can cause more damage than the mice, added to your concern that the cats would be poisoned. (I lived in a duplex with mice and cats and a bunch of

RE: [PestList] Silverfish ID

Hi Christina, The easiest way to preserve them would be to place them in a small vial and fill the vial with 70% alcohol (Ethanol or Isopropyl), then seal the vial. Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Hingst, Volker

Re: [PestList] eagle claw damage

Nicely put Tom! Gretchen From: 'bugman22' via MuseumPests Date: Thursday, October 20, 2022 at 8:15 AM To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [PestList] eagle claw damage CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you

[PestList] Re: Mouse help

Hi Katy, It is a cute little guy. But that does not tell you anything. It is Fall, and the weather has turned cold. Chances are that this little guy wandered in, that is, if you are not used to seeing mouse evidence around. You might want to increase your trapping efforts, to see if there

Re: [PestList] FW: eagle claw damage

Hi Jodi, Did you see any direct damage to the talon? Small holes or something scratches? Also, what other materials are in the wand, or in the case? Can you send a photo of the small bug? That will help in identifying what is going on and a possible treatment. Good. Luck Gretchen Anderson

RE: [PestList]

r your explanation. how can they be destroyed? On Fri, 9 Sep 2022, 21:13 Anderson, Gretchen, mailto:anders...@carnegiemnh.org>> wrote: That is a good question. No, they are not a major danger to carpets or most collections. It is good to remember most insects, arachnids etc. are not a d

RE: [PestList]

. For carpets, the insects that you need to be most worried about are the various moths, dermestids and a few others that prefer to eat proteins. Good luck, Gretchen Anderson Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History (Preferred pronouns: she/her) anders...@carnegiemnh.org

RE: * [PestList] Re: Low Temp Treatments for Drums

Hi Joel and Ayesha You have to be careful with drums – the hide can split given the differences between materials – the hide head and whatever material the body is made of. You should be ok if you do the standard double wrapping of plastic to reduce fluctuating RH. You can also add some

Re: * [PestList] Re: [EXTERNAL] Insect ID

The large brown insect is an American Cockroach. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 19, 2022, at 2:57 PM, Pollack, Richard J wrote:  Marna, The creature at the bottom right is an adult cockroach. Richard J. Pollack, PhD HARVARD UNIVERSITY Environmental Health and Safety (EH) Senior Environmental

Re: [PestList] Looking for information on cyclohexylamine hydrochloride

-Original Message- From: Anderson, Gretchen To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Sent: Wed, Jun 15, 2022 2:21 pm Subject: [PestList] Looking for information on cyclohexylamine hydrochloride Dear colleagues, I am looking for information on a pesticide – the chemical name is cyclohexylamine

[PestList] Looking for information on cyclohexylamine hydrochloride

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Re: * RE: [EXT][PestList] Unknown insect

Agreed- probably a female odd beetle. Nice photo! Gretchen Anderson Sent from my iPhone On May 18, 2022, at 2:08 PM, Mariève Perron wrote:  Hi Christina! I also believe that it’s a female odd beetle. From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Christina Bisulca Sent: Wednesday, May 18,

RE: * Re: [PestList] Pest data during COVID lockdowns

Hi Joel, I just spoke with our contract pest technician, to see what he found in both the museum building and our off-site storage/labs space. Both buildings are 100 years old. The two buildings have different pest profiles. The Museum was locked down for a period of time ~5-6 months, with

RE: * [PestList] Larva ID

Hi Chris, It looks like an odd beetle (Thylodrias contractus), which is part of the dermestid family, as is the carpet beetle. It is probably a first or second instar – meaning that it hatched recently. To my knowledge, there are no lures specifically for this critter. I recommend cleaning

RE: * [PestList] Moth ID help please

It looks like a webbing clothes moth Tinoeola bisselliella. Diagnostic is the color of the wings and the redish blond head with a little topknot – at least from what I can see. Gretchen From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of aopishinski Sent: Thursday, February 3, 2022 2:44 PM To:

RE: * [PestList] Clothes moth?

Definitely a webbing clothes moth. Those are beautiful photographs! Gretchen From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Christina Bisulca Sent: Thursday, January 20, 2022 11:44 AM To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Subject: * [PestList] Clothes moth? Hello! This looks like it could be a webbing

Re: * Re: * [PestList] Cleaning cabinets

etc while we're inspecting, so I hope that next year the inspections are easier (without any old evidence of pests around to confuse us). Cheers, Tonya From: pestlist@googlegroups.com on behalf of Anderson, Gretchen Sent: Saturday, 11 December 2021 12:25

Re: [PestList] Dermestid beetles potentially infesting fossil specimens

Agreed there is no reason to treat the fossil specimens. They are not a threat to the minerals. However, as you initially mentioned, there is significant concern for any organic specimens or objects. I suggest a significant and thorough cleaning of area, along with intense monitoring.

RE: * [PestList] Cleaning cabinets

Hi Tonya! Your plan sounds just fine. Try to get into as many crevices as possible. Also, once you have finished can you place some monitors in the cabinet before reintegrating your yummy study skins? It is understandable if you do not have the time. On other thought is to isolate the

Re: [PestList] Mud wasps?

The wasps themselves are not a direct threat. However, asTom noted, the pest species we are most concerned about, those who directly damage collections, can and will eat the dead wasps. Gretchen Sent from my iPhone On Dec 1, 2021, at 5:00 PM, Mare Nazaire wrote:  Thank you Tom for a prompt

[PestList] RE: Request for Moths

Nicely put Lou! Gretchen From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Louis N Sorkin Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2021 2:13 PM To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Subject: [PestList] Re: Request for Moths Hi Isabel, If I come across any, I will forward to you. As Gretchen noted: "Actually, they are

RE: * Re: [PestList] Request for Moths

Actually, they are considered a major pest for many museum and historic house museum collections and spaces, particularly damaging to anything made out of wool, hair, feather, skin, natural history specimens etc. Most museums are susceptible to an infestation, both in collections storage and

RE: [PestList] Going Buggy for Halloween

Hi Susan, It does sound like a fun event. I agree with Nick, they should not be too much of a concern. Unlike their more common relatives who have adapted to city life all over the world, they do not take up residence. The biggest concern would be the typical – if they escape they will

RE: [PestList] Minute brown scavenger beetles

Hi Karen, Brown scavenger beetles usually indicate increased relative humidity or damp areas. They might be after mold – very microscopic mold. Besides checking pipes, take a look at other potential leaks. Check walls, the roof etc. I once tracked down a major building problem – stone blocks

[PestList] RE: PEST ID: growing plants in the gallery

Good Afternoon Ariana, First of all – expect to have incidental insects coming in. These incidentals are not museum pests that cause direct damage to your collection. For example the spider (yes it is a very small spider) is an incidental – and, as a hunter will be targeting other insects

Re: [PestList] Larvae in historic out building

Hi Fran, Our entomologist agrees with Dr. Irwin - probably a carrion feeding larva, who crawled off the carcass to pupate. She is curious on how the trap was set up. She also has some cool tips on how to get samples off a sticky trap - if you are interested. Let me know. Gretchen Carnegie

Re: [EXTERNAL] Re: [PestList] Larvae in historic out building

Fran, why do you think the larva are not attracted to the skink? I will forward the image to our entomologist. Gretchen Sent from my iPhone On Oct 7, 2021, at 2:43 PM, 'Ritchie, Fran E' via MuseumPests wrote:  I knew you’d chime in with some kind of knowledge nugget. Thanks for that,

Re: [PestList] Pre-treatment of Exhibitry

Yes, but it needs to get to about 150 deg. Use black plastic to absorb the heat. If the weather is not cooperating, see if you can find a lumber company with a a wood kiln. OR - if the budget allows, get a “warming oven” from a restaurant supply house. This will get to the correct temperature.

Re: [PestList] Question about freezing materials

I agree with Joel, if they are not edible and are clean there is less risk of pest damage. Another question for the owner is “Are there pest species where they are normally stored or displayed?” The other major way to protect the textiles from pests is their display method. How are the

RE: [PestList] Need for advice

for the pests to eat. After you isolate it (Just to make sure), clean and examine it very closely. That is what we did with a whale jaw in a similar situation. We had no trouble with it. Gretchen Anderson Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural Hisotry anders...@carnegiemnh.org

Re: [PestList] Moth before the weekend

Is there a photograph? Sent from my iPhone On Jul 9, 2021, at 7:06 PM, Katy Corneli wrote:  Hello pest folk, I suspect this to be a clothes moth (brown dotted?) but am used to them having “blond” heads. Confirmation? Alternate ID. Thanks very much, Katy Katharine Corneli Collections

RE: [PestList] Dried flowers a potential insect issue?

the information, but it is worth asking. Often these plants are processed with glycerin (or similar substance) so that color and longevity are maintained. Good luck, Gretchen Anderson Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History 5800 Baum Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 anders

[PestList] RE: Historic bug?

This is a good question. The color is good, and it does not look like it has been crushed by the book, so I suspect that the cockroach is relatively recent. They like to crawl into tight spaces. When you find a specimen, look at its color and how desiccated it is. The color may remain good if

RE: [EXTERNAL] [PestList] RE: Need ID on flying insect

It does look like a moth. Can you describe any of the characteristics? Size? Color of wings? Any markings? From: 'Bastian, Marna' via MuseumPests Sent: Thursday, June 24, 2021 4:00 PM To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [EXTERNAL] [PestList] RE: Need ID on flying insect Thank you! The

RE: [PestList] ants in collections area

What a great idea! From: pestlist@googlegroups.com On Behalf Of Alan P Van Dyke Sent: Tuesday, June 1, 2021 11:58 AM To: pestlist@googlegroups.com Subject: Re: [PestList] ants in collections area Ingestion can be a concern, but I think only in quantities far greater than the few drops in the

RE: [PestList] Moth ID

if anything else has hatched. No freezing of the painting! On Fri, May 28, 2021 at 3:12 PM Anderson, Gretchen mailto:anders...@carnegiemnh.org>> wrote: Ok – sounds like they may have been just hitched a ride in the box. If you do not have to keep the box don’t. If you have to keep it for c

RE: [PestList] Moth ID

a residence that was described as somewhat dirty. On Fri, May 28, 2021 at 3:04 PM Anderson, Gretchen mailto:anders...@carnegiemnh.org>> wrote: I would be more inclined to think it is a casemaking clothes moth – Webbing moths are lighter in color, more golden with a gold top-knot. These appea

RE: [PestList] Moth ID

I would be more inclined to think it is a casemaking clothes moth – Webbing moths are lighter in color, more golden with a gold top-knot. These appear more silvery. What was in the box and where did it come from? Gretchen Anderson Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History

[PestList] RE: Benefits of Freezers for Pest Treatments which operate at around -30C or -40C.

Hi Stuart, I do have experience with massive freezing of collections prior to a move to a new facility. In 1999, we moved a natural history collection from an older building, with some serious pest problems, into the new facility with new cabinets. We used a -20°C walk in freezer to process

RE: [PestList] Door Sweep Recommendations

Also, look at the materials that the sweep is made of. Part of the problem that Angelica is running into is that the material is aging. Some rubbers age better than others – retaining their flexibility better. Silicone rubber is a good choice. Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum

Re: [PestList] Pest ID help

What is the scale- how large/small is the critter? Sent from my iPhone On Dec 17, 2020, at 11:33 AM, Alan P Van Dyke wrote:  I am not positive, but I would say some sort of Latridiidae or minute brown scavenger beetle. They feed on fungus, so their presence may indicate humidity or

Re: [PestList] website issues

Thank you Leon Sent from my iPhone On Nov 16, 2020, at 11:01 PM, 'l...@zaks.com' via MuseumPests wrote:  Hello - I have finished increasing the resources and checking the site and believe it is all set. If you run into any problems, please let me know. leon ... On 11/16/20 3:15 PM,

[PestList] RE: unidentified intruder

I just sent the image to our entomologists for an ID. What is the size? I suspect that it is an occasional intruder. Gretchen Anderson Conservator Carnegie Museum of Natural History 5800 Baum Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15213 anders...@carnegiemnh.org (412)665-2607

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