The way gardeners view insects has come a long way in the past few decades. The importance of pollinators and the natural pest control provided by beneficial insects is increasingly recognized as many ...

Introduction -- Insects, spiders, and people -- Scope and arrangement of this guide -- Classification -- What is an insect? -- The body plan of insects and entognaths -- Growth and development of ...

Second, when I replaced the plants, I chose a wide variety of native species. Later, I found out that having a variety of ...

Spiders show up if other insects, open trash, or porch lights are around to attract them. They slip inside through cracks, open windows, or hitchhike on boxes and bags. Keep them out by sealing gaps, ...

Jennifer Jandt is affiliated with the Entomological Society of New Zealand, a member of the Bug of the Year Committee, and is Editor-in-Chief of the New Zealand Entomologist. University of Otago ...

Spiders make their way into your home to find food. The first step to getting rid of spiders is to eliminate the bugs they're ...

ITHACA, N.Y. – Endangered and threatened insects and spiders, as well as common species that provide valuable ecological services, can be easily purchased – without adequate oversight – through basic ...

Huge, colorful Joro spiders are making their way up the East Coast and will likely reach the D.C. area, bug experts say. While Joro spiders are harmless to people and pets, their size and presence ...