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Delve into the fascinating world of insects — the most diverse group of animals on Earth, covering beetles, butterflies, ants, bees, and thousands of other six-legged creatures and their behaviors, habitats, and roles in ecosystems.

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Types of Ants in Georgia
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15 Types of Ants in Georgia

Did you know that Georgia has over 60 species of ants? And did you know that, if left unchecked, these ant colonies can wreak havoc on your home? If you’re

Insects Jan 4, 2023 13 mins read
Insects Jan 4, 2023 21 mins read #Bees #IMG

40 Types of Beetles in Kentucky

The beetle family (Coleoptera) contains around 300,000 species, which makes it the largest insect family on Earth and one of the largest in the world! Of these species, over 30,000 live in Kentucky alone.

Insects Jan 4, 2023 9 mins read #Bees #IMG

17 Types of Bees in Wisconsin

How many types of bees in Wisconsin? There are more than you might think, and all of them play an essential role in maintaining the health of our ecosystem.

Insects Jan 4, 2023 13 mins read #Ants #Arizona

17 Types of Ants in Arizona

Did you know there are more than 1,000 species of ants in the United States? Arizona has its share of ant species, and while most are pretty harmless, they can still be quite annoying in your home and yard.

Insects Jan 3, 2023 10 mins read #Canada #IMG

13 Types of Ladybugs in Canada

Did you know that there are 13 different types of ladybugs in Canada? For example, one kind of ladybug in Canada is called the Multicolored Asian Lady Beetle.

Insects Jan 3, 2023 7 mins read #IMG #Ladybugs

10 Types of Ladybugs in North Carolina

First of all, what exactly is a ladybug? A ladybug (also called ladybird beetle) is any of the five species belonging to the Coccinellidae family of beetles that feed on aphids and other small insects.

Insects Jan 3, 2023 7 mins read #IMG #Ladybugs

12 Types of Ladybugs in Ohio

Did you know that ladybugs aren’t technically bugs at all? They’re beetles! Ladybugs have co-existed with humans for thousands of years, appearing as symbols of good luck and prosperity in Asian cultures.

Insects Jan 3, 2023 10 mins read #Bees #IMG

15 Types of Bees in Kentucky

An interesting fact about Kentucky is that it boasts more types of bees than most other states in America—nearly 20 different species are found in the state, though they aren’t native to Kentucky; settlers and their descendants introduced them.

Insects Jan 3, 2023 10 mins read #Bees #IMG

19 Different Types of Bees in Ohio

When you think about bees, do you think about honey? Or maybe the little buzzing insects that fly around flowers with a giant tongue collecting nectar? Well, then, you’re only half right.

Insects Jan 2, 2023 45 mins read #Beetle #Idaho

87 Types of Beetles in Idaho

There are thousands of beetle species, some of which might be living in your very own backyard! While you may not want to go bug hunting just yet, there’s no reason you shouldn’t learn more about the different types of beetles that could be living nearby.

Insects Jan 2, 2023 12 mins read #Flies #IMG

14 Types of Flies on Dogs

Flies are one of the most annoying things about summer and spring, but it’s even more aggravating when you have to deal with flies near your dog.

Insects Dec 30, 2022 25 mins read #Bees #IMG

Discover the Different Bees Found Across Virginia

Many people are familiar with honeybees, but they may not know that honeybees make up only one of over 20,000 different types of bees in Virginia! Different species and types of bees live worldwide, including here in Virginia.