I love a good cautionary tale, where you get to hear how someone else messed up their life in the name of you avoiding repeating their mistake. I hesitate to write this like I do all things where I have to go back on a design decision, but it has come up a lot with … Read more
The black swallowtail – also called the eastern black swallowtail or American swallowtail and a variety of other colloquial names such as parsley worm – is a common butterfly found throughout much of North America. Papilio polyxenes is one of many species in the largest genus in the butterfly family Papilionidae (swallowtails). It ranges from … Read more
The Dazzling Beauty of Red MothsRed moths come in a spectacular array of shades from bright crimson to deep burgundy. With over 160000 moth species in the world, red moths stand out for their vibrant coloring and intricate patterns. In this article we will explore 16 of the most common and captivating red moths. Ceanothus … Read more
What could be scarier than an infestation of common pool bugs? We all might agree that a bug-infested pool can be quite a nasty sight and not something that makes for an inviting swimming experience. As a pool owner, few things are more annoying than lifting up the pool cover and finding the water teeming … Read more
As an amateur arachnologist, I’m fascinated by the incredible diversity of colors and patterns in the spider world. Black and orange or red spiders stand out for their vivid, contrasting colors that often signal toxicity or mimicry. In this article, I’ll showcase some of the most visually striking species and explore what their colors might … Read more
Dragonflies are amazing insects that have fascinated people for centuries. There are over 5,000 species of dragonflies found around the world, and many of them display vibrant yellow colors. While a pure yellow dragonfly is rare, many species have yellow markings, stripes, or spots. In this article, we will dive into the magical world of … Read more
Though this beetle mimics a wasp, in both colouration and movement, this black and yellow beetle is totally harmless. Identification difficulty Habitat It breeds in the decaying wood of deciduous trees. It can often be found in clear view, resting on leaves in low vegetation. Presumably its yellow and black colours warn off any predatory … Read more
There was a flurry of press earlier this month on a new insect being found in Minnesota, purple carrot-seed moth. As this pest can be a problem when saving seeds, let’s take a minute to learn about this insect now that the end of the gardening season is on the horizon. Purple moths are some … Read more
Black and red colored moths can be found across North America. The contrasting yet complementary colors make these insects quite beautiful and unique. In this article, we will explore some of the most common and interesting black and red moth species. Why Are Some Moths Black and Red? The colors and patterns on a moth’s … Read more
No matter what you call them, some near-invisible pests can make life miserable at times here in Florida. Biting midges, also commonly called no-see-ums because of how tiny they are, have been making their presence felt. Theyre not the only insect making life miserable if you head outside. Rain is bringing mosquitoes back and with … Read more