New gall wasp species named after famous thieves and tricksters reveal fresh insights into their roles and ecosystems.

In many ways, your world is small. Your four delicate wings ... For example, nocturnal moths tend to hold less charge than ...

“Cave crickets are a globally-distributed group of insects found in cool, dark habitats of high relative humidity,” ...

Other pests that can find their way inside your home are lace bugs ( Corythucha spp. and Stephanitis spp.). These insects can ...

The Dungon Tree—scientifically known as Heritiera sylvatica—is a significant tropical hardwood species found primarily in the ...

Many species of bats use echolocation to avoid obstacles like tree branches and hunt small insects as they fly through the ...

The winter forecast is approaching, but the current warm conditions on P.E.I. mean pests are still present. Clay Cutting, an ...

Explore the Philippine Santol Tree (Sandoricum koetjape)—a vital species in tropical ecosystems. Learn about its ...

I remember hiking in a state forest in northern Wisconsin with Roy while we stayed at a friend’s cottage. We discovered a ...

As for how long they'll stick around, Liesch said Wisconsin usually sees peak activity of lady beetles and ladybugs from mid ...

Let's talk about one of the most dazzling — and dangerous — creatures in the animal kingdom: the golden poison dart frog. These tiny amphibians have incredibly toxic skin, and it packs a serious punch ...

Bats' biggest boon to humans may be in their diet. A single bat can eat thousands of insects per night, ridding the air of ...