Insects Can be Picky Eaters Too

With Jonathan Larson, Ph.D., Extension Entomologist and Assistant Professor, University of Kentucky

Date:  Thursday, March 26, 2026

Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Eastern via Zoom 

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About this Presentation:

Some insects we contend with seem to be able to eat anything. However, many of the bugs we share the planet with have very specific tastes and their feeding behavior can only be induced by certain chemicals from plants. If you have ever wondered how insects find their favorite foods, or how other insects find the bugs they want to eat, Jonathan L. Larson from the University of Kentucky will be joining us to try and untangle the mechanics behind insect feeding!

The presentation will be recorded for 

members to view later in our Video Library.

About Our Speaker: 

Jonathan L. Larson, Ph.D.

Jonathan L. Larson is an Extension entomologist and assistant professor at the University of Kentucky where he teaches on the insects that pop up in urban landscapes, turfgrasses, nursery crops, greenhouses, and households. He and his students link end users to the research- based information and connect with growers, practitioners, county extension agents, and just everyday people with a variety of platforms. He is one of the three hosts of "Arthro-Pod", a podcast dedicated to the wonderful world of entomology.

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