Hidden in leaf litter near wildlife corridors, a poorly known threat to public health lies in wait for hikers, cyclists and ...

An NUS-based study says 11 species that have bitten humans here can carry 1 or more harmful microbes. Read more at ...

Prehistoric times had no shortage of pretty scary creatures, but you need to look no further than this huge arthopod to find ...

The regal jumping spider (Phidippus regius) is a fuzzy spider that's named for its incredible jumping ability and vivid colors. They have four forward-facing eyes, giving them better vision than other ...

• Generally, most pruning of trees and shrubs is best done in late winter. Spring-blooming shrubs should be pruned after ...

A quick and easy guide to seven of the most common—and most destructive—insect pests on your household plants, plus how to ...

There was a lot of luck as to which Cretaceous creatures made it through, but some features were definitely an advantage.

Stag beetles have their sumo matches. Female fireflies who murder their mates. These are some of our favorite mating ...

We’re going to make 2025 the “Year of the Pollinator” (well, every year should be about pollinators because we like to eat, ...

“In severe cases, the tick’s mouthparts attaching to the tympanic membrane (or ear drum) can lead to perforations and the release of enzymes in the middle ear.” Ticks are also common ...

Here are some of the mot common bug, insect and spider bites you might be dealing with — and insect bite pictures to help you figure out what type of creature is responsible. Ticks are so small and ...