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ROCK ISLAND, Ill. — You went outside, felt how beautiful it was and said to yourself, "This is the perfect weekend to set up those Halloween decorations." You start to get some stuff up, and ...
The Asian lady beetle has a signature white M or W behind its head, depending on which way you're looking at it. On the other ...
Want to learn how to quickly ID an Asian lady beetle and prevent it from entering your house? Read on to learn all about Asian lady beetles versus other types of ladybugs, and how to bring the good ...
Ottawa backyards sparkled with firefly activity last summer. This year, they're largely absent — and data gaps are leaving ...
Swarms of ladybirds have been reported in dozens of towns and villages up and down the Essex coast. Locals say millions of ...
The striking red insects — members of the coccinellidae family — have appeared in huge numbers across popular coastal spots, including Southend, Clacton, Point Clear, Shoebury and as far afield as ...
When creepy crawlies find their way into your home, grabbing a shoe or a bottle of bug spray is a natural response. But what ...
Beneficial Insectary is the only large insectary that has production in the United States (There are a few smaller specialist ...
Plants that attract these beneficial predators include vetch, alfalfa, corn, and crimson clover. Natives like elderberry, ...
Seasonal changes, such as cooler temperatures, often drive insects like hackberry psyllids and Asian lady beetles to seek refuge indoors.
Artificial grass has come a long way since your granddad’s Astroturf. Today’s synthetics, made of nylon or polymer, have ...