Insects

Insects • September 20, 2025

8 Biting Ant Species You’ll Encounter in Vermont (And How to Avoid Them)

Vermont’s diverse ecosystem hosts numerous ant species, and while most are harmless, eight specific species can deliver painful bites that require immediate attention. Unlike many southern states where fire ants dominate the conversation, Vermont’s cooler climate supports a unique mix of native and introduced species that can cause significant discomfort through their defensive bites and […]

Olaoye Emmanuel • September 20, 2025

Insects • September 20, 2025

Identify These 8 Utah Ants Before They Bite or Sting You

Utah’s diverse ant population includes several species capable of delivering painful bites and stings. While Utah doesn’t have fire ants, the state hosts multiple native species that can cause significant discomfort when threatened. Understanding these species before encountering them can prevent painful surprises and help you take appropriate precautions around your property. You’ll encounter these […]

Patience Isreal • September 20, 2025

Insects • September 20, 2025

The 3 Types of Earwigs You’ll Find in Pennsylvania

You might be surprised to learn that Pennsylvania hosts three distinct earwig species, each with unique characteristics that make identification easier than you’d expect. While these nocturnal insects often get a bad reputation due to old myths about crawling into ears, understanding the specific types in your area helps you manage them more effectively and […]

Christian Edet • September 20, 2025

Insects • September 19, 2025

How to Protect Yourself from Wisconsin’s 5 Most Dangerous Biting Flies

Wisconsin’s abundant lakes, wetlands, and forests create the perfect breeding ground for some of the most aggressive biting flies in North America. Over 30 species of blood-feeding deer flies and horse flies are found in Wisconsin, and when you add black flies, stable flies, and biting midges to the mix, spending time outdoors can become […]

Abdullahi Qaadir • September 19, 2025

Insects • September 19, 2025

How to Identify and Control 6 Dangerous Biting Flies in Texas

Texas hosts some of the most aggressive biting flies in North America, with populations reaching record highs due to increased rainfall patterns. Recent reports indicate horse fly infestations are “higher than normal” and represent “the worst year” some experts have experienced in over a decade. Whether you’re hiking East Texas trails, working on a ranch, […]

Adenaya Damilola • September 19, 2025

Insects • September 19, 2025

Know Your Enemy: Identifying the 5 Biting Flies That Plague Maine

Maine’s pristine wilderness comes with a price – swarms of aggressive biting flies that can transform peaceful outdoor activities into painful ordeals. These merciless eating machines attack in ferocious, ruthless, maddening swarms and will turn you into a bloody, itchy, swollen mess if they don’t drive you crazy first. Understanding these five most problematic species […]

Joy Ebarefeye • September 19, 2025

Insects • September 19, 2025

Biting Flies in Alabama: How to Identify and Avoid Each Type

Alabama’s warm, humid climate creates perfect breeding conditions for aggressive biting flies that can turn outdoor activities into painful ordeals. With the state experiencing increased rainfall and extended warm seasons, fly populations have surged, making Alabama home to some of the most persistent biting species in the Southeast. Whether you’re hiking in the Appalachian foothills, […]

Job Adeniyi • September 19, 2025

Insects • September 19, 2025

20 Native Butterflies You’ll Actually Spot in North Carolina (With ID Photos)

North Carolina hosts over 150 butterfly species, but you don’t need to memorize them all to enjoy these winged jewels in your backyard. Whether you’re walking through the Blue Ridge Mountains or strolling along the Outer Banks, these 20 native butterflies represent the species you’re most likely to encounter during your outdoor adventures. From the […]

Ekokotu Jay • September 19, 2025

Insects • September 19, 2025

6 Biting Flies in Colorado You Need to Identify and Avoid

Colorado’s diverse ecosystems harbor several species of biting flies that can turn your outdoor adventures into painful ordeals. While you’re enjoying the state’s 300+ days of sunshine, these persistent insects are actively seeking their next blood meal. Understanding which biting flies in Colorado pose the greatest threat—and how to identify them—can save you from weeks […]

Mary Odomorogua • September 19, 2025

Insects • September 18, 2025

8 Biting Ants in Missouri That Can Cause Real Pain and Damage

Missouri’s warm, humid climate creates the perfect breeding ground for aggressive ant species that can turn your peaceful backyard into a painful encounter zone. While most people think of ants as minor nuisances, several Missouri species deliver genuinely harmful bites that range from structural damage to your home to potentially dangerous stings requiring medical attention. […]

Patience Isreal • September 18, 2025