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Insects as Pets? A Bizarre New Trend

If insects don’t top your list of Cute & Adorable Living Things, you aren’t alone.  However, many people

The Large Milkweed Bug: Friend or Foe?

The milkweed bug is a colorful beetle that feeds mainly on grains. Its distinguishing characteristics are its long

Common Signs of Powderpost Beetle Damage

  Imagine grabbing a piece of wood to build your next log fire, only to find that the

Sooty Mold

Schefflera arboricola leaves with sooty mold (Photo credit: Wikipedia) Sooty mold is a thin, black layer of film

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