Late fall is the time when we like to bundle up, grab a blanket and get cozy in a nice warm place in preparation for winter. Insects are no different; they too like to seek winter shelter to protect ...

Stink bugs are pouring into houses right now, clustering on sunny siding and slipping through hairline gaps to overwinter in ...

Snow and cold temperatures rarely kill plants native to Ohio. Most insects survive cold winters by producing an antifreeze-like chemical or entering diapause. Recently, we visited with thousands of ...

If you've got an insect infestation in the garden, take a beat before reaching for the spray can. First, consider whether the insects really pose any harm. We all know about beneficial insects like ...

A tired-looking wall or a dull bedroom can be instantly transformed into a colorful oasis just by adding plant life. But looking good isn't the only gift these green gods have to offer. In fact, there ...

Parasitoid insects, unlike parasites, kill their hosts by consuming them during their larval stage. Most parasitoids are small wasps and flies, and they infect a wide range of insects and arachnids.

Kissing bugs are nocturnal insects that can bite humans and animals, often when people are asleep. Their nickname is descriptive since they’re known for biting near the mouth or eyes, areas where skin ...