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Cochineal scales are a common insect, sometimes thought to be a pest, on prickly pear cactus. Tune in to find out more about why these insects are used to create a bright red dye called carmine, their history, and uses.
Logo by Natalie Cervantes
Music by Owen DesBles
By Texas A&M AgriLife Extension4.9
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Cochineal scales are a common insect, sometimes thought to be a pest, on prickly pear cactus. Tune in to find out more about why these insects are used to create a bright red dye called carmine, their history, and uses.
Logo by Natalie Cervantes
Music by Owen DesBles