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Insects • January 30, 2023

24 Different Types of Ants in Ohio

If you live in Ohio, you may have noticed the occasional ant creeping around your house or garden. Did you know there are several different types of ants living in Ohio? Each type has unique characteristics, habits, and behaviors. In this blog post, we’ll look at some of the most common types of ants in […]

Otaigbe Best • December 20, 2024

Insects • January 16, 2023

26 Different Types of Wasps in Ohio

Ohio is home to many species of wasps, from yellow jackets and mud daubers to cicada killers and spider wasps. These creatures can be intimidating due to their size and stingers, but they can also benefit the environment. If you want to learn more about the types of wasps in Ohio, you’ve come to the […]

Oluwatosin Urel • August 27, 2024

Insects • January 3, 2023

12 Types of Ladybugs in Ohio

Did you know that ladybugs aren’t technically bugs at all? They’re beetles! Ladybugs have co-existed with humans for thousands of years, appearing as symbols of good luck and prosperity in Asian cultures. Here in the US, ladybugs have earned the nickname ladybird. They are used to control agricultural pest populations thanks to their voracious appetite […]

Olaoye Emmanuel • August 24, 2024

Insects • January 3, 2023

19 Different Types of Bees in Ohio

When you think about bees, do you think about honey? Or maybe the little buzzing insects that fly around flowers with a giant tongue collecting nectar? Well, then, you’re only half right. There are many different types of bees in Ohio (honey bees, bumblebees, cuckoo bumblebees), and they pollinate different things.  For example, a honey […]

Imoroa Victor • August 24, 2024

Insects • November 16, 2022

14 Different Types of Beetles in Ohio

Beetles are diverse, with an estimated 350,000 species worldwide and about 17,000 in the United States alone. Beetles comprise about 25% of all known animal species in North America!  Luckily, only around 180 different types of beetles in Ohio are considered pests or harmful to humans or the environment. The most commonly found beetle in […]

Joy Oyelakin • August 21, 2024

Insects • November 14, 2022

19 Different Types of Caterpillars in Ohio

Caterpillars in Ohio come in all shapes and sizes, but three types can be found in this state. They include the tent caterpillar, wooly bear, and luna moth caterpillars. Each type has its life cycle and habitat requirements. Below are details on the Types of Caterpillars in Ohio. 1. Monarch Caterpillar Monarch caterpillars are one […]

Jacob Emmanuel • August 21, 2024

Insects • November 13, 2022

37 Types of Butterflies in Ohio

At the last count, there are 37 Types of Butterflies in Ohio  (see the list below). Though Ohio butterflies can be found in many habitats across the state, some are more commonly seen than others. So, if you want to see some of the most common butterflies in Ohio, take note of these species when […]

Jacob Emmanuel • August 21, 2024

Amphibians • October 22, 2022

24 Types of Salamanders in Ohio

Ohio has its share of types of salamanders within the state, and some are more common than others. However, these creatures are easily identifiable by their features and habitats.  There’s the red-backed salamander, the northern dusky salamander, and the blue-spotted salamander, just to name a few. Let’s take a look at 24 types of salamanders […]

Jacob Emmanuel • August 19, 2024

Insects • October 21, 2022

5 Different Types of Cockroaches in Ohio

There’s a strong probability that one of these different types of cockroaches in Ohio has distinctive qualities, but they all have one thing in common. They are all quite bothersome and challenging to get rid of. We’ll go through the different types of cockroaches in Ohio, how to spot them, and how to remove them […]

Osemhenon Ikpea • August 17, 2024

Invertebrates • September 28, 2022

19 Different Types of Spiders in Ohio

If you live in Ohio, you’re probably no stranger to spiders, as there are many types of spiders in Ohio. Spiders are among the most common insects. And they can be found nearly everywhere, including some very unlikely places – like your home! Therefore, here are some of the more common types of spiders in […]

Otaigbe Best • August 14, 2024