Humans have warm clothes and technology to keep them warm during the winter, but what about insects? How do they survive the long, frigid winter months? Migrating When it gets too cold in their environment, some insects pick up and move to a warmer one. They can...
Ticks are not the only pests to worry about when you go outdoors. In certain areas, you also need to watch out for chiggers. Protect yourself from this nuisance and potential danger by learning how to identify chiggers and where to be the most careful to avoid them....
Step aside, 12 days of Christmas! We’ve found 12 great gifts to help your favorite outdoor explorer enjoy nature without comprising convenience or comfort. Proven Repellent Odorless Bug Spray Help keep your favorite outdoor explorer protected from mosquitos, ticks,...
When selecting a mosquito repellent for you and your family, you have many options to choose from.One of the most widely known is DEET, although there are controversial opinions surrounding thepotential adverse side effects and risks. Meanwhile, many other all-natural...
Is there such a thing as “mosquito season?” In the United States, at least, there is. There are 176 different known species of mosquitos in the US. Several of these can carry illnesses likeWest Nile Virus, Zika virus, eastern equine encephalitis, and...
Contrary to popular belief, ticks are not just a seasonal phenomenon. Although wishful thinking may make us believe ticks die off in the fall, it takes more than the first frost to deter these pesky insects. In fact, that is precisely when the prime feeding activity...
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