A majority of the insects you see in your garden don’t harm plants and are, in fact, “beneficials” because they benefit your ...

Dive into the fascinating world of Kalimantan Ironwood, a natural wonder known for its incredible strength and durability — often said to be stronger than iron. Native to the dense rainforests of ...

Centipedes (Chilopoda) are arthropods with long, flat, segmented bodies. Each segment, except the last, sports a pair of legs ...

Works by the Flemish artists Joris Hoefnagel and Jan van Kessel, among others, charm audiences with their enchanting ...

You don’t need synthetic pesticides. Make Earth-friendly alternatives that are safe to use on plants in your outdoor AND ...

A beekeeper from Leeds is inspiring a generation of schoolchildren from urban parts of the city to love the winged insects.

Mosquitoes are among the most irritating pests. In addition to their annoying bites, which can leave you very itchy, some are ...

Discover the role green lacewings play in pest control, from their predatory larvae to how to attract them into your greenspaces.

With smartphones in hand and curiosity in their eyes, today’s children are exploring nature up close. Technology is turning ...

The white silk nests that are often destroyed by people are actually an important factor in the life of the eastern tent ...

When your immune system detects harmful microbes, your body raises its internal temperature to create a hostile environment. Turning up the heat suppresses the proliferation of invaders. In short, the ...

The animal kingdom has many creatures with strong odors for defense. The stinkbird or hoatzin smells like manure due to its ...