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Scrambled egg slime

Scrambled egg slime is a slime mold and can move around. Continue reading

Shield bugs

Shield bugs (Pentatomidae) are part of the species-rich bug family (Heteroptera).
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Shot hole disease

Shot hole disease, fungus found in the leaves of fruit trees (stone fruits).
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Sow thistle

Sow thistle belongs to the herbaceous family of the composite family and grows in roadsides and bushes.
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Spider mites

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Spotted wing drosophila

The spotted wing drosophila was not seen in Britain for the first time until 2012. This exotic species, native to Southeast Asia, is a threat to fruit production.
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Spring onion

Spring onion belongs to the garlic family and is also called scallions or Welsh onion.
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St John’s wort

St John’s wort, a family of shrubs and herbs. Continue reading

Stratiolaelaps scimitus

Stratiolaelaps scimitus is a small (0.5 mm) light brown predatory mite that lives in the upper soil. Continue reading

Strawberry

Strawberry is a genus of flowering plants in the rose family. Continue reading