It's time to throw out the pesticides because experts have found that planting one particular flower variety can help keep ...

Mosquitoes cause around a million deaths per year. So, scientists are coming up with genetic engineering techniques that ...

Spiders are declining in livestock-grazed areas, while ticks and mites are increasing. This change affects ecosystems and ...

It may sound strange, but plants can remember stress. Scientists are still learning about how plants do this without a brain.

It may sound strange but plants can remember stress. Scientists are still learning about how plants do this without a brain.

Fungus gnats can be a nightmare for plant lovers. These tiny flying insects may seem harmless at first, but their larva ...

Some plants do more than just look good—they help keep annoying pests away. With natural compounds that deter insects, these plants offer a chemical-free way to protect your home and garden. Here are ...

But what about the invertebrates — insects, for example — and the plants? They have adaptations as well. Some insects migrate southward to avoid the cold winters. The monarch butterfly is a good ...