A community report to the Kauaʻi Invasive Species Committee last month led to the collection of a single live ramie moth ( Arcte coerula) caterpillar, the first detection of the invasive pest on ...

Deep freezes in 2023 and 2024 provided relief for some of Maine’s most preyed-on tree species. Will that continue in 2026?

A single live ramie moth caterpillar, formally known as the Arcte coerula, was collected after a community report to the ...

Female moths avoid laying eggs on stressed plants that emit ultrasonic sounds. Instead, they choose silent, healthy plants.

As summer draws to a close and the warmth fades, the flashing colours of the butterfly seem to dwindle from gardens and ...

Bay leaves are not merely a household spice; they act as small home protection assistants, too. In addition to being part of ...

Why do researchers think big-eared bats can find hidden insects without having to scrutinize every leaf in a forest?Their ...

Researchers across the Upper Midwest are keeping a close eye on soybean tentiform leafminer, an insect that’s recently been ...

Small invasive pest feeds inside leaves creating mines that kill tissue and reduce crop yields across Missouri farmland.

Closets and dressers can develop odors or attract insects over time. One common household item offers a subtle, natural way ...

Insects, often overlooked, play a huge role in the winter landscape. Instead of disappearing, they overwinter in different ...