Ants farm aphids. It's weird yet fascinating. And a bit like a miniature horror movie. But it's a nightmare for gardeners.

While you're more likely to have bug problems with organic lettuce, you need to know how to spot possible insects on any kind ...

Deep inside an ant nest, some of the youngest members are primed to die for the group. When infection strikes, these baby ...

“In the morning, you will usually see a range of moisture present in each cup. The salt can be completely dry, have a slight ...

Diatomaceous earth is a white powder made from crushed ancient diatom fossils. Its sharp edges damage insect bodies, making it a useful garden pest deterrent.

Most people have done it. You see something small and wiggly on a plant, your brain says “bug = bad,” and your hand is already moving to squash it. But a lot of the insects in a normal backyard are ...

The ability of some animals to dynamically change color to match the brightness of their surroundings is one of nature's great survival tools, allowing flatfish to blend into sandy seabeds, frogs to ...

University of Idaho Extension researchers this year documented an increase in aphids in the state’s southeast. And pressure from the tiny winged insects, which can spread Potato Virus Y, arrived ...

I cooked dozens of eggs to find the best method for firm whites, creamy yolks, and shells that slip right off. Steaming is the most reliable and consistent way to make perfect hard-boiled eggs — easy ...