Show Page 4 The Millard County Gazette - July 27 2004 o oao n 38 f earwig is an insect whose name alone strikes fear in the hearts of many people The earwig got its name from the belief that it could crawl into people's ears while they sleep and consume their brains "This worried me as a child” said Jerry Goodspeed Utah State The University Extension horticulturist “Then one day my father pointed out that really had little to offer such an insect" Earwigs are also one of the uglier insects he said They have long pincer like protrusions that give them a sinister appearance in Although they look menacing AY SO Soccer Registration Thru July Sign up for fall 31st & Spring County Rec Building (by ball fields)- - Ages 4 & up areas such as debris piles so it is important to keep the yard clean Goodspeed noted Remove weedy areas that may remain damp and and undisturbed Do not make sure the garden and landbetween watering scape dry “The earwig’s habit of hiding can be used against them" he said then catch “Create hiding areas and dispose of them Roll a newswhere and it place earwigs paper can find it after a night of indulging The next morning throw the paper reality they don’t harm people “Another thing that has caused earwigs to get a bad reputation is the way they hide during the day” “By nature Goodspeed continued we don’t trust anything or anyone who hides then jumps out when disturbed or when it gets dark” Earwigs were once thought to be somewhat helpful in the garden But recently they have proven to be quite a pest he said They wait until night to emerge and inflect damage on plants by biting small holes in the leaves They have also been known to ruin annuals and perennials as well as raspberries and other fruit “Other insects are often blamed for the damage done by earwigs” said Goodspeed “Since earwigs feed at night they are hidden from sight as they munch away on plants and flowers To witness this shine a flashlight on plants about an hour or so after sundown Then examine the plants suspected of being eaten It is often surprising to see earwigs munching at the expense of the ron i J 'f 3f ( 'X ! "Z - CDcassette dual power seats new tires completely loaded only 57000 miles extremely clean asking $12500 or best offer Call Rex for details 0 Eve or 979-202- 3 days away” Earwigs can also be captured by placing a tuna can half full of vegetable oil or bacon grease in their said Goodspseed usual hangout During the night they will crawl in and get stuck making it easy to dispose of them the next day Earwigs can be chemically controlled Sevin (carbaryl) Orthene (acephate) and permethrin have all shown to be effective he said Read and follow all label directions before applying Earwigs can also creep into the house Normally they come in through a crack or other opening Make sure the house is sealed by caulking cracks and crevices and doors and windows he said landscape” For earwig control the first thing to do is get rid of their hiding places They like to congregate during the day in moist protected If your business phone isn't ringing use it to call the Come in & Check Out the Millard County Great New Promotions thru September 30 August 1 Border Gazette SPORTSMAN FAMILY first 4x4 EFI automatic transmission World's Summer Barbeque & Dance PVT On Demand Drive Saturday July 31” Industry leading independent rear suspension $995 Music by “South Bound” Dearden Equipment 125 S Main Fillmore Utah Door Prizes Call for 775-234-73- RV & 00 Motel reservations (435) 0 743-576- 1 ew v cm Mcenen tie i’Wi nwen oarorur peiroM mi Jarury aeo VhlNPM jtumtoen e m m rn toeony fewa ami iq enowa am piywx epfiftoto for Altos Mm Mane Tto ‘toomrer MW pt imgonm Hvhmiim dot) owe eatg ® POLRFCS lha T": V6 leather |