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Column Headings: K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness
N = Nominated for Expert of the Month
| Date | User | K | C | T | P | N | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-11-22 | Laura | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-11-22 | Richard | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Hello Jack, Thanks for taking the time to assist me with my quest of identification. I don't think it is an asilidae (robber fly) because it does not have a notch between the eyes and no nail like proboscis. I will contact the gentlemen you suggested as a resource. Thank you, Richard |
| 2009-11-20 | John | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-11-18 | Karyn | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you Jack. You were very helpful. We will try the yellow bulbs. Karyn |
| 2009-11-17 | Mark | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks so much Jack. I think this might just solve the case of the night invasion. I will do a thorough cleaning of the shed, wash my clothes immediately, wash and dry all bedding and put out the rat poison. I have a plan thinks to this wonderful service. I truly appreciate all the time and attention! 10's across the board! |
| 2009-11-12 | Kathy | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much for your 2 responses. At least I know what it's not and a possibility as to what it might be. Asking the Entomology dept or Extension Service are good suggestions--next little mystery biting bug may be taking a trip! |
| 2009-11-11 | Kerry Schippert | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | yes, we have had an LOT of rain over the past two months. I will send a picture the next time I see one. thank you so much. |
| 2009-11-06 | Shirley | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Yes that makes perfect sense - it does look like fungal growth!! Thanks So much!! |
| 2009-11-04 | Pam | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | I will contact the Fairfax extension office. Truly appreciate your help. |
| 2009-11-04 | Pam | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Mr. DeAngelis is very knowledgeable and very helpful. Many thanks. |
| 2009-11-03 | Meg | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thank you so much! Feel a lot better now. And you responded so speedily. Thanks! :) |
| 2009-11-01 | mili dravan | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Great and fast answers! Thank you very much! |
| 2009-10-28 | Greg | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks! |
| 2009-10-27 | Sheri | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-10-26 | Marie | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for your help.I'll let you know when I find out what it is. |
| 2009-10-23 | Alicia | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-10-21 | Alicia | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you anyways. We washed them down the drain but if I see anymore I will do what you said and I will try to get a picture to post so maybe you can see them. |
| 2009-10-20 | Caralee | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks! I'm surprised that this is the first time I've seen one of these crickets since we've lived here 5 years. But maybe if I looked around at night... the "potato bugs" I remember from my childhood were definitely creepy looking, but I don't remember the stripes, just a big white bug. I appreciate your expertise! |
| 2009-10-20 | David | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Dear Jack. many thanks for your prompt reply At least your reply has set my mind at ease should the problem not resolve itself in a short while i will do as you advise. you provide an excellant public service many thanks again D Weston |
| 2009-10-20 | Jesse | 7 | 7 | 10 | 10 | No | Fair enough, thanks for your response anyway. Yeah if I see another one I'll definitely get a photo of it. In the mean time I'll keep on looking. Regards Jesse |
| 2009-10-19 | Lise | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | Thanks Jack, will do some more research on these little critters! Cheers Lise |
| 2009-10-16 | Sage | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thank you for the quick reply and assurance. Very much appreciated. |
| 2009-10-15 | Diana | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks Jack! I am am sure happy to know that I wasn't horrified for nothing after seeing this wheel bug. Yes, it is a wheel bug and I am not looking forward to another visit from it. |
| 2009-10-14 | Steve | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks very much, Jack! |
| 2009-10-12 | Pedro | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks for the speedy response. I had perused your website even before posting my question here. It's very informative and useful, specially the DIY non-panic / non-toxic approach. Pity that, in case of necessity, it's still so hard if not impossible to find botanical insecticides in Europe. If you're interested, here's the article where I read that the latency between a bedbug bite and the body's reaction to it can take up to 10 days: http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1088931-overview Best regards. |
| 2009-10-11 | Danielle | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | |
| 2009-10-11 | mustafa | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-10-10 | Becky | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Thanks Jack! That is it all right. I'm sorry I let a possible pest go out into the world, but at least now I know what I'm dealing with. That second link was super informative. |
| 2009-10-10 | Sarah | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | No | |
| 2009-10-08 | Moira | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yes | Very quick response, with good clear information. Thank you! |
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Answers by Expert:
Jack DeAngelis
Expertise
I can answer questions in any area of entomology (study of insects, spiders, mites, ticks, and other terrestrial arthropods). Contact me about home and garden insects, insects that bite and sting, and insects that damage homes such as carpenter ants and termites.
Experience
20 years as university extension entomologist, now retired; currently publish a website about home and garden insects.
Publications
see www.livingwithbugs.com/resume.html
Education/Credentials
Ph.D. in Entomology
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