How to identify bug bites 1. Bees While bees make most people scream, thrash their arms, and run, the ‘lil buzzers aren’t ...

An insect native to Asia is slowly making its way through the U.S. — and it has a deadly sting. The Asian needle ant, first ...

Chapel Hill High School seniors' end of year camping trip nearly took a deadly turn while in the Pisgah National Forest in ...

The ant is getting attention after University of Georgia (UGA) entomologist Dan Suiter issued a warning that its sting can be ...

Tennessee is home to six venomous creatures. Here's a list of what they are and what to do if one crosses your path.

Most spider species subdue dinner by injecting venom from their fangs. Feather-legged lace weavers swathe prey in silk, then upchuck a killing brew.

There are some biological reasons why mosquitoes are more attracted to some people more than others. View Entire Post › ...

With summer and mosquitoes season upon us, our team looked at the science available to answer one question: why do mosquitos ...

Baking soda neutralizes any acid present in the venom and helps soothe irritation ... This makes it challenging for the flies to spot and bite you. Use insect repellent containing DEET or picaridin on ...

Horse flies are the most diverse group of blood-feeding animals on Earth. But why do horse flies bite people? How do they track us down? And are they dangerous? Whether you call them horse flies, ...

"Black flies are very small, gnat-like insects that often gather in swarms," the National Park Service said. "Bites from the females cause painful itching and swelling that can last for several ...

Black flies are small, gnat-like insects that swarm and bite, causing itchy welts. Peak black fly season in Michigan is mid-May to mid-June, primarily in the Upper Peninsula and northern Lower ...