8 Stinging Insects You Need to Watch For in Ohio (Identification Guide)
When you’re enjoying your backyard barbecue in Ohio, you’re sharing space with some of nature’s most efficient defenders.…
Browsing Category
Insects
470 posts
Colorado’s Stinging Insects: From Yellow Jackets to Bald-Faced Hornets
Western yellow jackets account for over 90% of all “bee stings” in Colorado, yet most people can’t distinguish…
10 Stinging Insects in Arizona You Need to Know About
Arizona’s desert landscape hosts over 500,000 emergency room visits annually from insect stings, with some species delivering pain…
Stinging Insects in Tennessee: 9 Species Every Homeowner Must Know Before Summer
Summer in Tennessee brings longer days, backyard barbecues, and unfortunately, aggressive stinging insects that can turn outdoor fun…
Types of Mosquitoes Found in South Dakota: 18 Species from Aedes to Culex
South Dakota hosts over 50 mosquito species, but 18 dominant types make up the majority of encounters you’ll…
20 Common Mosquito Species in Missouri: Identification and Prevention Guide
Missouri hosts over 50 mosquito species, but you’re most likely to encounter just 20 of them in your…
Meet 12 Caterpillars Common in South Texas Gardens and Wild Areas
South Texas hosts an incredible diversity of caterpillars throughout the year, with over 160 documented species calling the…
12 Common Caterpillars You’ll Find in Central Texas
Central Texas serves as home to over 160 different caterpillar species, making it one of the most diverse…
7 Stinging Caterpillars Every Louisiana Gardener Must Watch For
You’re pruning your roses on a beautiful spring morning when suddenly, searing pain shoots through your arm. What…
Great Lakes Under Attack: 12 Invasive Fish Species You Need to Recognize
Picture this: you’re standing on the shores of Lake Michigan, watching what should be crystal-clear waters teeming with…