What’s the difference between an insect and a bug? Who buzzes in the grass? And what does a ladybug have to do with a lady?

Dragonflies glimmer in iridescent colors such as cobalt, scarlet, and magenta, flying elegantly with see-through wings.

With bright red and yellow signage, sugar-rich liquid, and no petals to navigate, they are the perfect feeding stop for bees.

Q • My oak trees have more large galls than I’ve ever seen on them, and I’m worried about their health. What can I do about ...

Lavender contains essential oils such as linalool and camphor, which give it its distinctive floral scent. While it’s ...

What kind of wasps are in the Lowcountry and how can you avoid stings? Here’s what to know about these pesky summer insects.

Scientists used 3D-printed insect models to study how disguises help harmless species fool predators and survive in the wild.

Bug zappers are marketed to reduce the mosquito population, making outdoor spaces more usable during nighttime. If the bugs are attracted to the zapper’s light, they won’t bother you, who is a safe ...

As a way to deter wasps and other bugs from calling your mailbox home, carriers could place dryer sheets in the boxes to ward ...

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A swarm of destructive wasp-like insects is spreading fast, and it could mean bad news for pine trees, holiday traditions, and your backyard.

Rattlesnakes, bison, spiders and ticks are among the deadliest animals in Kansas highlighted in an entry on the WorldAtlas ...