The namesladybugandladybeetlefor the Coccinellidae family of beetles are popularly used among Americans, but Brits prefer the nameladybirdfor these creepy crawlies. Regardless of which name is used, it seems that the “lady” that all of these beetles are named after isMary, the mother of Jesu...
- State insect: Seven-spotted ladybug (Coccinellaseptempunctata) - State butterfly: Karner blue butterfly (Lycaeidesmelissasamuelis) Clue: New Jersey mandritoiu // Shutterstock Clue: New Jersey This insect was probably first domesticated in ancient Egypt, where it is depicted in tomb paintings, ...
...best identified by the ridged, or spiny, wheel on its pronotum (back). Adults are a dusty gray color that may be pale enough to look white. The narrow head has two large black eyes on either side. The long, dark fang tucks in under the face. Antennae are red-orange... Photo ...
...best identified by the ridged, or spiny, wheel on its pronotum (back). Adults are a dusty gray color that may be pale enough to look white. The narrow head has two large black eyes on either side. The long, dark fang tucks in under the face. Antennae are red-orange... Photo ...
But house centipedes are your friend and should not be in the same category as the pests that you REALLY don't want in your home.House centipedes are sometimes referred to as an "all-natural form of pest control." No less an expert than Bob Vila himself sings their praises:...
Naturally, there are several bugs and insects that should be left alone and remain untouched and unbothered, however, that can be difficult to do, especially when there are so many out there that terrorize us as soon as we step outside. But, what bug in particular will be invading Maine ...
If you haven't heard of a giant water bug, you might be thinking of one of its many nicknames,including"toe-biters, Indian toe-biters, electric-light bugs, alligator ticks, or alligator fleas." These bugs call freshwater streams and ponds its home. They are also apopular snack in Southea...
of the cardinal story, but most seem to relate in some way to the passing of loved ones. It's commonly thought a cardinal sighting is aconnection to the afterlifewhich brings you closer you to a person who meant a lot to you. It's a sign that they miss you but they are okay. ...
Some bosses like to "make a point" for whatever reason and either make threats they can't keep, or have no idea how labor laws work in their own state, which is deplorable. Maine, much like the rest of the country, has record-low unemployment. At 3%, that means there are about 21...
Today, however, insect populations are rapidly decreasing from a slew of threats. Approximately41% of bug species are facing immediate extinction,declining by around 2.5% each year due primarily to habitat loss and pesticide use. Light pollution—in which insects are attracted to incandescent lightbul...