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Red Scales

The red scale, also known as the California red scale, is a citrus pest native to southern China.

The Wonderful World of Bats and Bugs

Bugs, bats, toads, and other creepy-crawlies are creatures most people avoid at all costs. The sneaky natures and

Asian Insects’ Impact on Hemlock Trees

The hemlock, a popular pine tree located in many parts of North America and Asia, faces a serious

Killer Crops

Farmers are battling an ever-growing rootworm problem, one that is becoming more difficult to handle with pesticides and

The Importance of Aquatic Insects

Little importance is sometimes placed upon aquatic insects, tiny water-loving critters that feed on leaf litter and provide

The Rise of The Insect Cookbook

A researcher-turned-chef has recently revealed a new cookbook featuring one special ingredient: insects. Although eating insects isn’t anything

Insect Burgers: Coming to a Diner Near You

The hamburger is a classic American food item, popularized in the beginning of the 20th century. Of late,

A Case For The Orchid Mantis

Nature is amazing, isn’t it?  Think of the many creatures that have the ability to blend in with

A New Concern Over Marijuana Safety: Insect Contamination

Medicinal marijuana has been steeped in controversy for years and we’re not taking a stand either way. It

Is it a Wasp? Is it a Fly? It’s a Deer Fly.

  What looks like a wasp, annoys the kids, and has a sting like no other? That would