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It spells out the differences between the Asian giant hornet — that’s the “murder” one — and two species of native cicada killer wasps. Based on the pamphlet’s startling diagram ...
While intimidating to look at, these wasps are of little threat. What you are looking at is a Cicada Killer Wasp (Sphecuis spp.). As their name suggests, they specialize in hunting cicadas (Tibicen ...
Wasp vs. hornet: what’s the difference? Don’t worry, we’re not picking favorites today, because I’d choose neither. We’re ...
Those beady red eyes. That unmistakable noise. And it's just the beginning. Here's where they're coming, and how to anticipate the swell of Brood XIV. Jen Karner has spent the last 10 years ...
On Oct. 16, 1972, a twin-engine Cessna vanished over Alaska with two U.S. congressmen on board. The aircraft and its passengers were never found, despite one of the largest searches in U.S ...
The bugs pick away the foliage of pine trees. A local entomologist has tips on how to get the invasive species out of your ...
Lucy Worsley tells the story of a woman accused of plotting to murder a president.