"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While it isn’t an ideal scenario, it’s common to spot the occasional bug crawling around your home. Some, ...

There are nearly 1 million known insect species on Earth, and just 2% of these insects are harmful to plants, animals or humans. Managing insects in the vegetable garden and home landscape requires an ...

Gardens are diverse environments that depend on insects and other pests for healthy plant growth. But unwanted pests can quickly ruin a garden. We spoke to garden pest control experts to find out the ...

Here are some common uninvited house guests and tips on how to prevent them. Every season is a little different. The temperature changes, different plants are in bloom, and some animals alter their ...

In late August, there is a vast assortment of insect action in our gardens, and it is worth a listen and a watch to see what is happening. The cicadas are unmistakable with their daily continuous ...

It's more than just a nuisance. Experts issue warning after observing startling change in behavior of common pests: 'The ...

HomeServe reports on pest management tips for common household invaders, emphasizing cleanliness, sealing entry points, and ...

A person cutting fruit from a lemon tree - Kathrin Ziegler/Getty Images Growing a lovely, healthy lemon tree that allows you to pick a ripe fruit whenever your recipe calls for it is not that ...

Insect experts across the nation agreed to change the name of a common invasive pest to end the longtime use of an ethnic slur. The Entomological Society of America on Wednesday, March 2, announced ...

We ignore most insects that cross our path. We swat away flies, marvel at butterflies, and dash away from angry wasps. But one insect that has been around for about 300 million years is one of ...