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An ant that disappears into the forest floor, a bird that demands attention from mates—for these animals, an inky black ...

For decades scientists assumed these insects looked so much like orchids as a form of camouflage. But they were wrong. They look this way because they're deceptive predators.

Effective management of bed bugs often combines non-chemical and chemical treatment options. Whether you choose the ...

Learn to identify and treat dangerous spider bites with expert advice on symptoms, treatments and prevention methods for the ...

Bee stings are not just a painful inconvenience; they are the result of a highly evolved biological defense mechanism. When a ...

A velvet ant bite like “hot oil from the deep fryer” delivers an array of peptides that inflicts pain on insects and mammals alike.

Venus flytraps are fascinating carniverous plants native to the Carolinas. These fast moving plants are excellent at catching ...

The redback spider (Latrodectus hasselti) is one of Australia's most iconic arachnids. It's a member of the widow spider family, closely related to the black widow spider. They're famous for their ...

Live bed bugs hide and are not usually seen. Close inspection of the mattress may find some. They are ¼ inch (6 mm), flat, oval shaped, reddish-brown bugs. Suspect bed bugs if over 3 red bumps in a ...