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This week, a Texas-based biosciences company, which aims to “de-extinct” animal species of the past (and ones that will go ...
A green and blooming garden is a sight to sore eyes but not every plant growing within may have a healthy impact on the local ...
Emerald ash borer, or Agrilus planipennis, is an invasive insect native to Asia that arrived in Minnesota around 1990. As of ...
Yes, it's possible that you might look up and see a rattlesnake slithering up a tree. Here's some myths to know about Texas' ...
The Prague Zoo has joined an international effort to ensure the survival of a rare insect that had been considered extinct ...
If you’re a human living on this planet, you should get to know Doug Tallamy, the entomologist and University of Delaware professor whose groundbreaking 2006 book, “Bringing Nature Home,” supercharged ...
Hummingbirds are amazing creatures. Their wings are in constant motion when flying, allowing them to travel at a speed of 60 ...
In botanical terms, plant parasites are classified a bit differently than the aforementioned parasitic animals. Botanists ...
Warm spring temperatures can bring insects that like to feed on tender buds and leaves of hydrangeas. Learn how to identify ...
The scent of blooming flowers and fresh plant life is not just a perk of springtime; it is a key driver in the survival and evolution of butterflies and moths. New research reveals how the daily ...
The Taylor County Agricultural Extension Office hosted a seminar on pest control to educate participants about pesticides and the insects that spread disease.
Wasps are important to the ecosystem as they act as natural pest controllers, pollinators, and play a role in seed dispersal and decomposition, contributing to a healthy and balanced environment.