The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug (BMSB) is an invasive species that was introduced to North America in 1998. In a very short time it has established itself as a major agricultural pest in orchards in ...

Nobody wants to deal with bugs in their house, and that's why so many people call pest control services. However, people have become increasingly aware of the side effects associated with pesticides ...

Entomology junior E Inch has had their hands in the dirt since they were five years old. Nowadays, students can find Inch handling arachnids, isopods and insects in the MSU Bug House. And it’s not ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While it isn’t an ideal scenario, it’s common to spot the occasional bug crawling around your home. Some, ...

Boxelder bugs or Boisea trivittata cling to the walls of a house - Mai_Studios/Shutterstock You know that moment when you glance at a sunny wall or window frame and ...

Warmer weather leads to an increase in insect activity, with some species seeking shelter and food inside homes. Homeowners can prevent infestations by sealing cracks, maintaining cleanliness and ...

As fall arrives many pests start to seek shelter from the cold. Their instinct is to find a warm retreat — which can often be your home! While we know that spiders are a common nuisance during the ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...