Entomologists: Protecting Our State From Fruit Tree Killers
Miami is apparently a bug-lover's holy grail. Ten of the USDA's 50 entomologists are stationed here: one at the port and nine at the airport, where they inspect crates, bags, even cruise passengers' hats for hitchhiking bugs.
But what caught our attention was the lede:
MIAMI (AP) - The feds recently busted a bug at the Port of Miami.Not just any bug. It was a three-inch, hissing, six-legged giant harlequin beetle that could have wreaked havoc on the mango trees of Florida.
Let us pause for a moment to reflect on the idea of a Florida with no mango trees. The mere thought raises the hairs on our arms and almost brings tears to our eyes. Thank God for these entomologists who keep our favorite fruit trees safe.
Craving mangoes? Check out the chilled mango gazpacho at Mangoes Restaurant & Catering in Key West. Or a mango shake at Don Pan in Dade or Broward.
Port of Miami has bugs! [WINK-TV]
Mangoes Restaurant & Catering [MenuPages]
Don Pan International Bakery [MenuPages]
Don Pan International Bakery [Official Site]
