Halyomorpha halys is an important invasive pest that causes severe damage to fruits and vegetables. Peppers are susceptible infestation by H. halys, resulting in yield losses. Plants respond the insect with a metabolic response. With this study, we attempted determine intensity of response infested peppers, how pungent non-pungent peppers react infestation, affects post-harvest quality both cul...

Abstract Here, we document the first record for Montana of Halyomorpha halys (Stål) (Hemiptera: Pentatomidae), a major agricultural and nuisance pest in many parts world. The insect was found overwintering private residence January 2021 Billings (Yellowstone Co.). A preliminary survey sites from May to October confirmed presence H. within radius at least 11 km detection. Putatively adult bugs a...

Venomous snake bites can be life threatening, occasionally requiring intensive care. For Mamushi bites, conservative treatment may be possible in mild cases but for severe cases or in cases where symptoms do not improve, a horse-derived antivenom is indicated.

BACKGROUND Studies consistently find that supportive neighbourhood built environments increase physical activity by encouraging walking and cycling. However, evidence on the cost-effectiveness of investing in built environment interventions as a means of promoting physical activity is lacking. In this study, we assess the cost-effectiveness of increasing sidewalk availability as one means of en...

An overview of the genus Pharaonus Blanchard, 1851 is presented. Pharaonus farsensis new species and P. adelphus new species are described from Iran, P. lederi turcmenius Ohaus, 1941 is recognized as new synonym of P. lederi (Reitter, 1888), and the subgenus Tamerlanius new subgenus is proposed for the two central-Asian species. New distribution records and systematic notes are presented: P. ca...