The connection between weather and insects has long been studied, yet scientists understand very little of this connection. Recent research looks at the effects of thunderstorms on insect mating, [...]
Spring is here. That means new plants, longer, warmer days, and more outdoor pests. Thus, spring is a time to begin thinking about responsible pest control. While pesticides are sometimes [...]
Your bags are packed, your passport is in hand, and your plane tickets are ready; you’re headed home after a long vacation. However, in addition to such personal items, you may also have [...]
Wouldn’t it be great if you could stop an insect infestation before it starts? Scientists may have found a way to do just that. They have recently discovered that altering a certain [...]
Citrus fruits are an invaluable aspect of the human diet, providing crucial vitamin C for the maintenance of skin, the immune system, and a variety of other metabolic process within the body. [...]
If insects don’t top your list of Cute & Adorable Living Things, you aren’t alone. However, many people in Asia will disagree with you. In fact, an increasing number of [...]
The milkweed bug is a colorful beetle that feeds mainly on grains. Its distinguishing characteristics are its long mouth part and its red and black outer colors. Although especially abundant in [...]
Imagine grabbing a piece of wood to build your next log fire, only to find that the log crumbles in your hands, disintegrating into nothing but wood fragments and powdery dust. This is [...]
Schefflera arboricola leaves with sooty mold (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Sooty mold is a thin, black layer of film found on the underside of fruit tree leaves, on the skin of fresh fruit, and also [...]
The red scale, also known as the California red scale, is a citrus pest native to southern China. Although especially fond of citrus trees, red scales can also be found on more than 70 other [...]
