Bumblebees are the coziest of the black and yellow striped afternoon coffee visitors. But these underestimated little ...

Ladybugs and Asian lady beetles behave differently, too. Ladybugs prefer to stay outdoors and are less likely to gather in ...

Researchers identify the crucial protein for controlling the biosynthesis of steroidal glycoalkaloids and saponins in plants of the genus Solanum and for the first time demonstrate the ecological role ...

If you enjoy spending your evenings outside then you should consider getting some of these plants to keep bugs away.

In regards to Allen Wilson’s article ( “Old-fashioned chemicals effective,” The Columbian, Oct. 12), I applaud his use of organic pest control and I’m disappointed in his recommendation of the use of ...

Use the best stink bug repellent to keep these stinky pests (and other pests) away from your house. See which products made ...

As you watch the sunset from your backyard, you likely want to soak up the serene ambiance, not swat at pesky mosquitoes. Don ...

Researchers at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University in China found that microbes are consuming chemicals in cleaning products ...

In an elaborate experiment, scientists discovered that the insects chose to hibernate in soil full of pesticides and other ...

So long, suckers, gummy bears and candy corn — a renowned psychiatrist says the one thing you should definitely do if you’re ...

It turns out that bugs like their beer too — and that could be surprisingly great news for exterminators. Researchers have ...

A recent insecticide aerial spray harmed wildlife and killed thousands of bees. The state agriculture department opened an ...