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Honey bees and wasps are often mistaken for one another because of their similar physical traits and ability to sting. They both serve important ecological roles such as pollinators of flowers and fruit. While these insects may be close in size, they are quite different. Identifying key

It’s not unusual to have a fly or two enter your home. However, when you see masses of them that seem to suddenly appear, check again — chances are these are not the house flies you normally expect. They are likely cluster flies, moving in groups and

Earwigs are dreaded by many people. Long ago, people thought earwigs crept into people’s ears during sleep and caused insanity. This was the origin of the name “ear wiggler.” While this theory was proven nonsensical, the fear of earwigs has persisted. In the garden, earwigs actually provide

With the arrival of warmer weather comes the emergence of different pests and insects. In springtime, we can once again enjoy warmth and sunshine outdoors. However, bugs and rodents are on the move, with the ability to invade houses and give homeowners a hard time.   Here

Insects that have been inactive during the winter are moving again now that spring is here. They will be looking for new sources of food; if they find it in your home, they find a way inside. If one pest can easily enter your house, so can