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Many gardeners would rather use natural products to control pests, but are confused about developing an overall strategy for natural pest control.

Summertime fun can be painfully ruined by the sting of a bee. Fortunately, there are many things that we can do to lower the risk of being stung by these buzzing insects

Different wasps build different nests - here's a note of the types of nest, the locations, and how to remove them

Question. What do all mosquitoes have in common? No, it's not that they all like blood.

Ways and means to avoid being bothered or stung by wasps and how to overcome fear of wasps

Any garden is enhanced by the presence of butterflies. Buddleia, the butterfly bush, attracts many different varieties of butterflies in the summer while it is in flower.

North American chimneys east of the Rockies are often occupied by roosting flocks of Chimney Swifts. These birds are also tireless fliers-masters of the air.

The lay-person and the scientist team up to tag thousands of monarch butterflies on the insects' 2,000+ mile migration to Mexico every fall.

Wasps have a reputation for aggression but their life cycle is a fascinating process of cooperation and teamwork to produce helpful garden predators and plant pollinators

Wasp stings cause pain and discomfort. Here's what a wasp sting looks like, how a wasp sting works, and why it's so uncomfortable

Dragonflies and damselflies display unusual courtship. Eggs may be deposited underwater, drilled into mud, carved into stems, or dropped while in flight.

Homeowners are always looking to host the perfect party. But they'll never achieve outdoor living nirvana without dealing with that always unwelcome guest - the mosquito.

Personal mosquito repellents are among the most effective ways homeowners can protect themselves and their families from biting insect pests.

Most insects cannot fly until their body temperature approaches 100oF (38oC). Various behavioral and physiological methods of increasing temperature are used.

Both larval and adult dragonflies are preyed on. Unwary odonates are fair game as aquatic and flying predators enjoy dragonfly protein in their diets.

Have you seen those large, purple flowers hanging from the banana stalk? Do you know they taste as interesting and as good as they look? Try this dish from Sri Lanka.

Tourists who plan ahead before visiting Whitehorse will benefit from knowing these few important points about the Yukon.

Providing organic care for indoor potted plants is important to gardeners who wish to minimize their exposure to chemicals indoors.

Organic gardeners can use safe physical pest control methods such as bug vacuums, row covers, sticky traps, handpicking, cutworm collars, and water sprays to stop bugs.

An excellent book that teaches children about the evolution of plants, insects, and fish.

Fall colors are furnished by increased carotenes and anthocyanins that regularly serve in photosynthesis. They play different roles in the autumn.

Bichon Frise skin allergies are common among the breed. Preventative steps along with anti-itch tips are a must have for Bichon owners to stop the scratching.

Clare Jay's stunning debut novel explores the complexity of the mother-daughter relationship.

Now that honeybees are in decline, other species of pollinators are gaining recognition. Though they don't make honey, bumblebees play a critical role in human welfare.

There are always things to do in the garden even after it's been put to bed for the winter. After the leaves have fallen, the garden is a blank canvas to build with.

Butterflies are eaten by many kinds of predators. The black swallowtail has defenses against several at different life stages, but these defenses are not perfect.

Garden ponds attract many beneficial insects. Dragonflies and damselflies will live in backyard habitats with water and native grasses and wildflower plantings.

Children love to spot a bird they recognize and can tell something about. Baltimore Orioles, hummingbirds, woodpeckers, and sparrows are favorites with bird watchers.

A year in the life of Araneus diadematus, the common garden spider.

Ants, houseflies, cockroaches and mice have pestered homeowners since the beginning of time. Learn where they hide, how to find them and how to get rid of them.

Adults can instill a lifelong love of gardening and educate children about the natural world by helping them create their own gardens.

Making homemade nectar and a feeder that will encourage hummingbirds to visit your garden or deck is easy and requires very little time.

Centuries ago, people noticed that birds disappeared in winter. They came up with explanations that are amusing, intuitive, and curiously apt.

Sunscreen protects us from the UV rays we encounter not only at the beach, but in our everyday life. Learn about recommended sunscreen use.

As the decline of the honeybee continues drastically, homeowners are being urged to keep bees in their gardens in a bid to help protect the world's busiest insect.

A termite swarm can seem like the end of the world. But it isn't. There are now many professional pest control companies that use borates, orange oil, or IPM methods

Witnessing an emergence of bats from the maternity colony at Bracken Cave is an awesome experience that may soon be available to the public.

The Eastern Phoebe is an energetic short-distance migrant found throughout much of Canada and the United States and the only flycatcher that winters in southeastern U.S.

The Foxface Lo Rabbitfish has a horrendous reputation, but is really, just a very shy guy who when backed into a corner, is not afraid to defend himself.

If you put up a bluebird house, do not be disappointed if a pair of tree swallows move in. They are delightful guests; beautiful, helpful, and entertaining.

Wading allows the fisherman to go where the fish are. A few precautions allow anglers to wade safely.

Red, bloodshot eyes are common and usually occur due to eye irritation. This article looks at the causes of bloodshot eyes and some tips for treatment.

The Whip-poor-will, a nightjar of North and South America, is a night bird but it's still well known within its range because of its distinctive call.

The reasons why so many species of birds migrate are hidden in prehistoric times. Then, as now, climate, geography, and competition all played a part.

Dragonflies leave India, fly across the Indian Ocean to Africa with the assistance of storms, and their great grandchildren may make the return journey to India.

When insects, spiders, crabs, and snakes grow too large, they must shed their outer covering and make a new one to grow into.

A once tropical mosquito is now well established in the US with the potential to initiate a devastating epidemic of viral, bacterial, or protozoan tropical diseases.

If you choose the right plants and set up your garden in an appealing way, you can encourage butterflies to visit and even establish colonies in your area.

As homeowners have learned the hard way, mosquitoes can put a damper on the most ardent outdoor barbecue, even to the point of forcing the festivities indoors.

Want the tinkling serenity of moving water in the garden without the mess of a traditional waterfall and pond feature? A pondless water feature can liven any space.