Pests rarely appear without warning. Long before an infestation becomes obvious, subtle signs often indicate developing activity within walls, crawl spaces, or outdoor entry points. When these early ...

Insects are everywhere, crawling across sidewalks, hanging out in our gardens, and even invading our homes. Despite ...

As the weather warms up, few of us can resist a nice evening walk through the park, or a trip to the countryside to immerse ourselves in natural surroundings. The summer can be wonderful, but all too ...

Ladybugs (also known as lady beetles) are insects that are good for your yard. Photo courtesy Getty Images. Do you have a gardening question? The UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County can help.

Owning a pet means having to occasionally demand that they spit out whatever’s in their mouth. Sometimes, it’s a harmless bunch of grass or a found bit of biscuit, but other times, it’s a stink bug.

Forensic entomology harnesses the life cycles and behaviours of insects to provide critical evidence in death investigations, particularly for estimating the post‐mortem interval (PMI). At its core, ...

Once spotted, you'll want a speedy way to get rid of water bugs, even if it’s just a solo specimen you’ve spotted scurrying away. Knowing how to get rid of water bugs is important not only because ...

Stinging insects such as bees, wasps, and hornets are not only a common nuisance around homes but can also pose health risks through their painful stings and potential allergic reactions. For ...

Insects are everywhere, crawling across sidewalks, hanging out in our gardens, and even invading our homes. Despite inhabiting nearly every corner of the planet, many of the most common insect species ...