Discover why using parasitoid wasps for pest control remains resilient against resistance, offering a safer alternative to chemical pesticides.

To use diatomaceous earth outdoors, apply a fine layer to the perimeter of the patio or garden, paying special attention to any cracks and crevices in your walkways or patio. You can also apply it ...

Research led by Dr Mia McGowan, of the University's Faculty of Natural Sciences, studied the glasshouse whitefly ( Trialeurodes vaporariorum ), a common sap-feeding insect, and the Encarsia formosa ...

Discover natural and effective ways to keep lizards out of your home. By controlling their insect food sources, using ...

An insect in a wetland where frogs and toads are singing had better be careful. These amphibians serve as a natural insect control. Bugs form a major part of their diet. If the wetland is an acidic ...

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Insect predators found in the United States could help keep spotted lanternfly populations in check while potentially reducing reliance on chemical control methods, according to ...

At night, the city hums with unseen life. Thriving as they always have in spaces created by humans, rodents dart between buildings, feed on scraps and nest in walls. To fight them, people often reach ...

To enhance the number of beneficial insect species in agricultural land, preserving semi-natural habitats and promoting crop diversity are both needed, according to new research. To enhance the number ...

WHEAT RIDGE, Colo. — Bats are not something to be scared of – they help keep Colorado's nights insect-free. That is just one reason conservation groups like Colorado Bat Watch hope people will help ...

Using other insects like predators and parasitic wasps to control agricultural pests is considered safer and more environmentally friendly than using ...