Florida officials are warning about the return of the puss caterpillar, a fuzzy but highly venomous insect whose sting can ...

The tree itself is as remarkable as the fruit. In its native range, Barringtonia asiatica blooms only at night with large, ...

You may not have considered using houseplants to rid your home of bugs, but some common herbs and other plants can act as ...

Black widow spiders live in cool, dark places. What to know in Mississippi to keep them away from your home, avoid a bite.

Black widow spiders live in cool, dark places. Know how to spot brown widows. Keep them away from your home, avoid a bite.

She’s read up on the fungi that take over flies’ bodies, partially digesting them from the inside out before forcing them to ...

Creating a beautiful, thriving yard is a joy for any homeowner. Watching your flowers bloom and your lawn grow lush and green ...

The main factor that determines a butterfly is its clubbed antennae. Unlike those of moths, butterfly antennae consist of a ...

As cooler weather approaches, insects and rodents are seeking shelter indoors, but experts say there are steps that can be ...

Anyone who has experienced freezer burn knows that ice crystals can be a problem at low temperatures. Ice crystals' jagged ...

After 20 years in France, the Asian hornet has spread nationwide—and it now threatens bees and overall biodiversity. Its stings aren’t inherently more dangerous than those of other hymenopterans, but ...

Every year in the United States, more than a billion dollars is poured into the purchase and use of pesticides. This staggering figure makes clear just how strained and conflicted the relationship ...