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Dragonflies are ideal hunting machines. More than 80 percent of their brain is used for processing visual information, and it is believed that some species can see objects up to 30 feet away and ...

THE WOODLANDS, Texas (KTRK) -- Summer is right around the corner, and that means more sunshine, more flowers in bloom - and more pests invading your yard! "Here in the Woodlands, we're seeing all ...

Leather jackets are the larvae of the crane fly, which resembles an overgrown mosquito when mature. These larvae have a cylindrical shape with a head that retracts into the thorax. The hungry larvae ...

Consider using pet-friendly pest control chemicals. Keep your dog contained during fumigation and away from treated areas for 12 to 48 hours.

After Harvard freshmen reported a series of “horrifying” mouse sightings in their dorms last spring, Yard Operations implemented a series of pest management and prevention strategies over the summer.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — A pesky pest is headed toward the Triad. It won't harm you, but your lawn could be in big trouble. These are fall armyworms. Their turning yards brown across the southeast. They pop ...

Groundhogs can wreak havoc in your yard if they manage to get a foothold there, but there are some specific regulations ...

Properly taking care of your yard requires more than just mowing your lawn every so often. (I wish it were that easy.) True yard care takes diligence and a comprehensive plan, especially during spring ...

"My rule of thumb." Homeowner met with warnings after sharing photo of mystery growth in yard: 'Not doing yourself any favors ...