Your backyard might seem like a safe space for your dog to roam, but some dangers aren’t easy to see. For small dogs, certain ...

Most people first notice pill bugs while lifting a flowerpot or turning over a log, then watching small gray roly polies curl ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." It wouldn’t be summer with cookouts, camping trips, golf outings and, yes, the constant hum of mosquitoes ...

This video examines the wide range of insects found in a typical backyard and the roles they serve. The footage breaks down ...

Some bugs are OK, others are not, and the same goes for trees growing in the D.C. region. What should you be on the lookout for? During a walk-through at Patuxent River State Park, Davey Tree Expert ...

Spending time outside in the summer can do wonders for your mental and physical health — but bugs and insects can quickly cause your enjoyment to end. There are dozens of bug-repellent sprays on the ...

Quick Take Conglobation is a required engineering feat for isopod survival. The sternal plate proportions in some woodlice ...

The season for lightning bugs—also known as fireflies—is beginning as warmer, more humid air spreads north across the country. These glowing insects thrive in slightly tropical environments and are a ...

These classic bracelets have bug repellent built-in that keep pests and flies away when you're working in your backyard or out hiking in the woods. Cliganic bracelets from Amazon have essential oils ...

Bug zappers kill beneficial insects but do not reduce mosquito populations. Pollinators and decomposers like moths and beetles suffer from light traps. Chemical repellents remain more effective for ...