Spotting a few creepy critters around the house? With warm weather finally here, homeowners may be seeing some unwanted insects. Megan Meuti, an Ohio State University Extension agent, researches ...

Insect bites and stings can sometimes spread disease or cause dangerous allergic reactions and infections. Summertime brings sunshine, more hours outside and an increased risk of bug bites and stings.

Dear Readers: Every spring, without fail, I receive numerous letters about killing insects that make life miserable. Since no one likes bugs in their home, I’m going to address this problem that many ...

When I was a child, we spent long, lazy summers in the country with my cousins. The kids all enjoyed running wild and exploring nature. One day nature came a little too close for comfort, though, when ...

Aphids gorge on a rose bud. Squishing a few of the aphids will send a signal to nearby lady bugs that an aphid feast awaits them. McClatchy file The third week of June is when concerns about pests and ...

The sight of a drooping flower head is often all it takes to prod us to unravel the hose and turn on the spigot. We’re less attuned to the water preferences and needs of birds and insects, though, and ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – We’ve all been there: spotting an unwanted bug guest in our living space, that sudden realization that we are not alone. We’re here to arm you with the best tips to keep those pesky ...

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Warmer weather leads to an increase in insect activity, with some species seeking shelter and food inside homes. Homeowners can prevent infestations by sealing cracks, maintaining cleanliness and ...