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
Black widow spiders, scientifically known as Latrodectus, are carnivorous spiders that primarily feed on insects. Their diet typically consists of a wide variety of arthropods, but they occasionally consume other small prey as well. Heres an overview of the black widow spiders diet: The black widow spider, with its iconic hourglass marking and venomous bite … Read more
Michigan is home to a diverse array of spider species. These eight-legged creatures can be found in backyards, forests fields, and wetlands across the state. While some spiders get a bad reputation most are harmless to humans and play an important role as predators in the ecosystem. This article will explore some of the most … Read more
See the health benefits and how to identify the top 7 types of Oyster mushrooms and how to distinguish them from the 3 poisonous Oyster mushroom look alikes. Whenever somebody hears the word mushroom there’s a good chance they will automatically think of Oyster mushrooms. I mean, why not? It’s one of the more popular … Read more
As someone who has lived in California my whole life, I’ve had my fair share of encounters with the eight-legged creatures that inhabit our state. Spiders are ubiquitous here, with over 500 different species calling California home. While some spiders get a bad rap, most are harmless and an important part of our ecosystem. This … Read more
Orange beetles stand out in nature with their vivid and varied colors. From bright pumpkin orange to rich burnt orange, these insects display a kaleidoscope of hues on their wing covers and bodies. Orange beetles belong to the expansive order Coleoptera, which encompasses over 400,000 beetle species. Let’s explore some of the most eye-catching orange … 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 garage is meant to give shelter to your car, store tools, sports equipment and anything else that needs to be packed up out of sight. It also serves as the perfect shelter for bugs and rodents. Compared to more secure parts of the house, the garage – sometimes left open for extended periods of … Read more