The Dreaded Spotted Blister Beetle

The Dreaded Spotted Blister Beetle

You might have already guessed that blister beetles are named for the blisters that form if you get so much as a tiny drop of the fluid they secrete when they are injured or crushed on your skin. These common garden pests are insects you need to watch out for, as they...
The Country’s Wild Insects Are Dying-Off

The Country’s Wild Insects Are Dying-Off

Not long ago researchers in Germany discovered that insect populations in certain regions were decreasing dramatically. Some insects were even approaching extinction. Since insects are important to the world’s ecosystems, this dramatic decrease in insect life caused...
Assassin Bugs Are Even More Dangerous

Assassin Bugs Are Even More Dangerous

It should not be hard to believe that assassin bugs are among the meanest predators in the insect community. Their name alone, “assassin bugs” is a menacing enough moniker. There has already been a fair amount of research conducted on assassin bugs, but experts are...