Although spotted lanternflies don’t pose a direct threat to humans, they feed on a variety of plants, including grapes, hops, ...

This classic carnivore has jaw-like traps that snap shut on unsuspecting insects, digesting them with enzymes. Found mainly in North Carolina, it’s one of the best-known predatory plants. With tubular ...

The best way to get rid of crickets is to seal any open entry points to keep them out. Crickets can fly and easily travel ...

What Is a Wheel Bug? A wheel bug (Arilus cristatus) is a fairly large member (up to 1.5 inches) of the family commonly known ...

Mimicry in animals is a common form of protection from predators. For instance, two distasteful or toxic butterflies may ...

Many other plants use the same tactic to get insects to pay attention. The corpse flower is native to the dense rainforests ...

Lavender is one of the most effective plants against insects and mosquitoes. The fragrance that appears soothing to us is ...

For those ready to take on the challenge, Griffin recommends olive trees, which require full sun, arid environments and low ...

UD insect ecology and conservation student Thor Freeman pursues medical entomology career with the U.S. Air Force ...

New research suggests that plants seem to be emitting sounds and engaging in unheard conversations, especially when they're ...

We usually think of birds as small and delicate, but did you know that some of the biggest birds in the world have special ...

Georgia officials say an invasive fly known for excreting a smelly fluid that can damage trees, crops and other plants has been discovered. Here's what to do if you find one.