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MonthDateCounty/localityChannel of SubmisionDiagnostic detailsRequested Details/Customer commentsAdditional informationSample/Request ID No.
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2025-06-13FairfieldPPDC sampleDid not process the sample due to risk of contamination.Dog hairs wrapped on a grooming comb. Mentioned 'worm like bug".326
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2025-06-12NAPPDC sampleCereal leaf beetleCereal leaf with larvae and damage symptoms316
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2025-06-13NAEnto per. emailRequest to send a sample to PPDCUsual DP client inquiring with images
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2025-06-13NAEnto per. emailRequest to send a sample to PPDCUsual DP client inquiring with images
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2025-06-12HuronPPDC sampleThe tick is partially engorged, which never helps in identifying it to the species level, and its back end seems to be smashed, making it difficult to see grooves and/or festoons (areas of the abdomen to identify some species). That being noted, this appears to be an Ixodes according to the mouthparts, but it is difficult to say what the species is but Ixodus scapularis (black legged tick) is an option.Tick ID 308
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2025-06-12Ento emailRequested to send the sample to PPDC.Hello I was wondering if I could have the contact info of your biologist. I believe I have brown widows here and would prefer an expert identification. I want to make sure I know if they are a risk or not because I have kids around here and I assume you would like to know as well. I have photos.
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2025-06-12La Misere, Mahé, SeychellesI haven’t heard of grasshoppers or other insects interacting with touchscreens using their feet, but in my opinion, it’s entirely possible. The sensory pads on their feet might be capable of triggering functions on the screen as they walk across it, similar to how human fingers do, just like what you experienced. In one of your pictures, it looks like the grasshopper’s foot accidentally selected an area of the screen.

While I’m not an expert in touchscreen technology, this phenomenon could be both random and plausible. That said, this is the first time I’ve seen something like it. It might be worth discussing with a biomechanics engineer or someone who specializes in LCD panels and touchscreen interfaces.

Thanks for sharing.
Hi I observed an amazing interaction between an insect similar to a grasshopper, on my Lenovo touchscreen laptop. I Googled up, and also on Quora, to my astonishment, both web sites stipulated that this was not possible. I am emailing you in
Hi I observed an amazing interaction between an insect similar to a grasshopper, on my Lenovo touchscreen laptop.
I Googled up, and also on Quora, to my astonishment, both web sites stipulated that this was not possible.
I am emailing you in the hope that I could get a better explanation, how it was possible for this insect to interact with my touch screen, opening two video files on my touch screen, and my Firefox browser.
These were short cuts pinned to my screen for quick access.
I have video of the interaction, and was searching for a scientifically plausible explanation...

Would be very grateful if you could provide me with one, or maybe direct me to where I can get one.
Thank you and
Best Regards
David B
dmb4691seychelles@gmail.com
What's app+2482797437
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2025-06-12Heath, OHEnto emailI believe what you are seeing are a species of Formica ants. They are mound-building ants commonly found in Ohio. I wrote an article about these ants last summer, take a look and let me know if what you’re seeing looks similar.
https://bygl.osu.edu/node/2416
I wanted to take the time to make your department aware of a strange observance I made last week while hiking at Honey Run Highlands in Knox county. In the beginning portion of the trails system, specifically Pine Knob Trail, there are numerous (30+) large, active ant mounds. The ants appear red/black in color and were visible on the short cut grass trail as well as the mounds. The time of day was 11 a.m., full sun with temps in the high 70's. Most mounds are close to 2-3' in diameter and 2-3' high. I've never seen this type of ant mound structure in Ohio. I have seen these in the southern US.
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2025-06-11NAEnto per. emailRequested to submit a sample to PPDCPerson with DP history sending images
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2025-06-09PPDC sampleThe sample contain one dead bat bug (not a bed bug) and one Drugstore beetle (Stegobium paniceum). Bed bug or bat bug?291
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2025-06-05PPDC sampleYour sample contains a large number of springtails. These insects possess a special organ at the end of their abdomen called the furcula, which they use to jump. The springtails in your sample belong to the family Entomobryidae, which can be identified by their elongated fourth abdominal segment.Large number of bugs in soil from a high tunnel274
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2025-06-04PPDC sampleIlex sample is too dry and brittle for me to work with, but I haven’t observed any insects or any mites in the leaves and the branches. I carefully unrolled the leaves and inspected. No mites or other insects found.Ilex sample to ID any insects on it.268
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2025-06-04PPDC samplejuniper sample is heavily infested with Juniper scale (Carulaspis species). These scales can be identified by the white covering of the adult female, which features a distinct yellow center. Juniper scales are pests of junipers, cypresses, arborvitae, and other trees and shrubs in the Cupressaceae family. Heavy infestations can lead to needle drop, dieback, or even the death of the entire plant. Typically, Juniper scale completes one generation per year.....................Juniper sample from Forest city tree259
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2025-06-04Ento voice mailreturned the call and left a message
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2025-06-03PPDC sample came to Ento.it is a Monochamus species, we think it is Monochamus obtusus (obtuse sawyer). Joe Boggs comments helped to address the managemnt issues. TImber came from a construction site with bore holes and 6 beetles. Timber has been used to construct multiple homes. The timber originated from Qubec, CA.
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2025-06-03PPDC sampleThe thrips found in the sample belong to the Frankliniella genus, commonly known as flower thrips. These insects are widespread and are among the most serious pests of greenhouse floricultural crops. One of the most common and problematic species is the western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis), which causes direct damage to plants by feeding on leaf and flower tissues.....................Flower samples from a greenhouse252
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2025-06-03Wayne, OHVisit to the siteI believe they are dealing with Cytospora cankerBlue spruce is decline from top. Resin oozing from top branches. CLient don't want to pay $30 to ID the pathogen. I visited the place, sine I was curious to see what the client is explaining.
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2025-06-01Ento emailThis is cecropia moth (Hyalophora cecropia), one of the Native moths in North America.Butterfly ID from images
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2025-05-22PPDC sampleI looked at the leaves under the microscope, they are pretty dry and has secondary fungal infections. I think these are edema. Also, I have read few articles, they mentioned “eucalyptus plants can release (bleed) some substances and they can crystallize into hard substance”..........Leaf curling eucalyptus sample
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2025-05-21PPDC imagesbat bug (not a bed bug).Bed bug vs Bat bug
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2025-05-18Ross co, OHEnto per. emailRequested to send a sample to PPDCI just read your article about Allegheny Mound Ants. I just had a client call that believes they have a large population (30+ mounds) of this type of ant on their farm here in Ross County. They are looking for identification and also how to get rid of them. Does the Perry Lab accept insects for identification? Or can you advise me on what I can do to help this individual.
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2025-05-17Ento email-imagesRequested a sample to confirm wat type of mites they are.Hello,

My name is Kimberly McCune. I work in a smallpizza restaurant... we have a slight infestation of this tiny bug. The pest company couldn't figure out what they were and after an hour decided it was a bird mite. Im just checking with you (a professional)to verify.

Photos attached.
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2025-05-15Ento email-imageEuropean hornetHornet ID
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2025-05-28Medina, OHPPDC sampleThe beetles found in the sample have been identified as Lyctus brunneus, one of the most widespread powder post beetles in North America..................Thanks,239
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2025-05-09Ento emailProvided contat details of Tri-county beekeepersRyan
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2025-05-05Ento emailPolydesmida, relevent details were forwardedMillepede ID question
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2025-05-04Ento emailEither Formica exectoides or and F. fusca. Requested a sampleMound ant question
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April2025-04-30Ento email-imagesBrochymena species, Rough stink bugInsect ID from images
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2025-04-30WaynePPDC sampleAmerican dog tickTick ID137
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2025-04-29TexasEnto emailProvided nessasary instructionsQuestion about scabies
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2025-04-29Loveland OH Ento imagesCicada emergance holesImages showing earthen cases and holes where insect emerges from ground
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2025-04-28Ento voicemailReturned the callDP
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2025-04-28Ento emailNo insects/bugs were foundInsect ID from images - DP
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2025-04-22WayneEnto voicemailContacted USDA for next stepsScorpiaon accidently brough from Antigua
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2025-04-21FranklinPPDC emailSubteranian termitesInsect ID from Images
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2025-04-20Ento emailImpossible to ID, no closeup immages.Insect ID request from an Asian country, a video
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2025-04-17Ento voicemailForwarded to Mark and David LentzCall requesting t return the 'Nativity'
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2025-04-16Ento email imagesRepliedFungus cordyceps infested bee, ask if he can donate
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2025-04-15Ento emailBox elder bugID from images
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2025-04-14Ento voicemailReturned the callStrange insects' around home need ID
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2025-04-14PPDC imagesID rejected because the sample is derived from both cat and human bodies.ID insects from images - DP
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2025-04-09Ento emailProvided few referances and contact details of an expert on the subject.want to know how and what bugs that have evolved to have natural antifreeze. Along with how and when they use it.
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2025-04-01Ento email-imagesNot possible to ID them using images, requested a sample.Bugs in the car
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March2025-03-18PPDC sampleDinoderus minutusBamboo furniture infested with a beetle
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2025-03-14Ento emailForwarded to Joe BoggsQuestion about oak galls
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2025-03-14OSU entomologysapsucking bird damagemature butternut tree has holes on a tree trunk and sap is weeping through them.
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2025-03-04Ento voicemailSeun is attending the issueBedBug question
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2025-03-07OSU employeeSeun is attending the issueHoles on dry wall - OSU columbus
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February2025-02-27OSU voicemailReturned the callinteresting question about bee venom
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2025-02-24Sample to PPDCmoths and drugstore beetlessample froma residnet24
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2025-02-24PPDC voicemailWe can not process any samples form human or animal bodiesBugs infest him and his dog
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2025-02-21Ento emailImages were not usefull for a positive ID.Insect from rice field, from Phillipinnes?
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2025-02-21Ento email-imagesNot possible to ID from images, requested a sample"Greetings! Hi, I've found a bug at our house and it's the first time I've seen it. It looks like a small fish with many hairs around its tail that looks like a peacock, it's color is green. I just wanted to know if it's a new species or not. Thanks "
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2025-02-21Sample to PPDCEgg sac of a jumping spider, one jumping spider found in the bark sample, all eggs were hatched and no babies present.Bark sample with white webs23
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January2025-01-23Ento voicemailRequested a sampleInsect ID request
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2025-01-15Ento emailFinal eamil to the person involvedLong standing DP case
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2025-01-10Ento voicemailReturned the callDP
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2025-01-03Ento emailJumping spiderInsect ID from images
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