A new ladybird beetle species was hiding in plain sight on a Japanese campus, exposing how easily even well-studied insects can be missed.

Keep it simple when it comes to controlling pests like wireworms in corn. Set your stand up for success and scout, scout, ...

The Trustees of Reservations received a state grant to help Vineyard conservationists in the fight against southern pine beetles.  The state Division of Fisheries and Wildlife (MassWildlife) awarded a ...

"Scientists have overlooked this species for so long," said Kyushu University entomologist Ryōta Seki in a statement.

Deep freezes in 2023 and 2024 provided relief for some of Maine’s most preyed-on tree species. Will that continue in 2026?

The southern pine beetle has been confirmed in Falmouth, according to town officials, marking the first documented presence ...

If you spot tiny holes and piles of sawdust on your tree, bark beetles could be the culprit. Unfortunately, the solution ...

A guide to exploding trees. We look at what this winter occurrence is and what homeowners can do to keep trees safe on their ...

This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today. Winter may seem like a season of ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Vast swaths of the ponderosa pine forests that blanket Colorado’s Front Range mountains could turn rust-colored and die over the next five years as pine ...

Winter may seem like a season of stillness, but science tells us a different story. Even in the quiet winter months, the natural world buzzes with activity. Insect migration patterns shift, animal ...

With so many varieties sold as Christmas trees, knowing what differentiates a Douglas fir from a Norway spruce is key to shopping for a real tree you’ll love. You’re likely to see more than one ...