Diving beetles (Dytiscidae) maintain the balance of pond ecosystems. They feed on other aquatic organisms, such as mosquito ...

Discover why prairie birds are the hidden gems of the grasslands, as well as some of the best birding locations to spot them.

Two additional tick species in the U.S. have been found capable of transmitting red meat allergy, or alpha-gal syndrome.

Alpha-gal syndrome, a severe and life-threatening allergy to red meat, has been linked to tick bites in Maine and Washington.

Ants are one of the most common household pests in North Carolina. The insects can be a year-round issue, but you’re more ...

Researchers have discovered a new species of the elusive 'fairy lantern' genus Thismia in a hill dipterocarp forest in ...

Mark Ruibal of Ruibal's and Dione Lineberry of Blue Ribbon Lady Landscaping share their tips for attracting pollinators to ...

In alpha-gal syndrome, the immune system overreacts to a sugar known as galactose-α-1,3-galactose, or "alpha-gal" for short.

Do common grackles deserve their bad reputation? Learn why they're cooler than you think — and why scientists are watching ...

Beetles alone account for almost one-third of the number, about 1.5 million species. By comparison, there are “only” an ...

The best way to support and maintain a healthy sustainable community is by protecting wildlife, birds and pollinators.