If a leaf beetle drops its eggs on or near the mound, the workers may inadvertently bring the eggs into the nest while collecting materials. “The larvae actually live inside it,” Arndt explains.

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LAKE MURRAY, Okla. (KXII) - Larvae of the emerald ash borer (EAB), an invasive species of beetle known for killing trees, was found at Lake Murray State Park. The Oklahoma Forestry Services shared ...

The larvae, dubbed “aphid lions,” are particularly effective in devouring soft-bodied insects. They feed on aphids, caterpillars, and even small beetles, ensuring these pests don’t overrun your garden ...