Blog Categories

Insects & Arachnids

The European corn borer

How do insects survive winter? Cold-blooded adaptations, diapause & climate change

Discover how particular insects push survival boundaries with cold-weather adaptations, and how climate change puts them at risk.

Mosquitoes, their bites and the diseases they carry

Mosquito facts: Can they bite through clothes, when they’re most active & more

Updated on September 17th, 2025Ah, mosquitoes. Tiny, buzzing nuisances that somehow manage to be both irritating and deadly. These small flying insects are found everywhere—from tropical jungles to...

Ant colony

Do ants sleep? Uncovering the rest patterns of ant colonies

Explore the captivating world of insect sleep with Dr. Killigan, as we delve into the slumber patterns of bees, ants and butterflies

How to get rid of aphids on tomato plants (fast, safe and proven methods)

How to get rid of aphids on tomato plants (fast, safe and proven methods)

If you see tiny insects with horns (​​cornicles) or notice little white cast skins on leaves or stuck in honeydew secretions of your plant pest, it’s time to take action.

Macro photo of a drugstore beetle

Drugstore beetle or cigarette beetle? Know the signs

What’s the difference between drugstore beetles and cigarette beetles? Learn how to identify, prevent and eliminate these common pantry pests—before they cause costly damage to your food or stored ...

What insects make noise at night?

What insects make noise at night?

Discover what insects make up the nocturnal insect orchestra and how they make the sounds they make that fill the night.

How to get rid of spiders in your home (and keep them out)

How to get rid of spiders in your home (and keep them out)

Which areas of a house do spiders live in? How do I protect my home from spiders?