While it’s exciting that temperatures are beginning to climb and we’re inching toward warmer weather, the spring and summer seasons approaching also signals the natural increase of active insects. One ...

Unfortunately, wasps love spending time near pools, and they can be difficult to get rid of unless you're well-informed. Below, pest control experts speak to the reasoning as to why wasps are ...

If you're seeing more than a few wasps near your house, here's how to get rid of them and keep them away. Fact checked by Khara Scheppmann Whether you're mowing the lawn or hosting a cookout, the last ...

Whenever I asked students to tell me how insects were ecologically important, two of the most common responses were “as plant pollinators” and “some insects were vectors/carriers of diseases.” It ...

Question: What can I do to prevent wasps from making nests around my home? I don't like using chemicals, but we had to spray their nests multiple times last year to finally get rid of them. Answer: ...

Most wasps die off when temperatures fall below freezing, but queen wasps can overwinter until spring. Remove old nests, seal entry points, and do a garden cleanup to reduce the risk of overwintering.

As summer ends, many people notice an increase in flying insects. Some of them are harmless, while others can sting or bite. One insect notorious for stinging people is the wasp. While these flying ...

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Wasps are drawn to backyard pools due to because they want to source water for their nests. Other things like brightly colored clothing and reflective surfaces also attract wasps near your pool. Pros ...