insects

Not Cicadas-Thousands of These Insects Invading Cap Region
Not Cicadas-Thousands of These Insects Invading Cap Region
Not Cicadas-Thousands of These Insects Invading Cap Region
You may not even be able to see these insects crawling all over local trees in the Capital Region. It's not because they are tiny, it's because there are so many that they blend in with the color of the tree bark. It's only when you get up close that you notice the gypsy moth caterpillars covering the trees. There's a huge infestation happening throughout the Capital Region and especially in Saratoga and Warren Counties.
Look Out For These Destructive Insect Eggs
Look Out For These Destructive Insect Eggs
Look Out For These Destructive Insect Eggs
Be on the lookout for these insects that lay eggs during the winter. They are a destructive insect that destroys plant species throughout New York state. The DEC is asking for your help.
Stink Bug Season Could Be Worse Than Last Year
Stink Bug Season Could Be Worse Than Last Year
Stink Bug Season Could Be Worse Than Last Year
Insects; the often useful yet sometimes gross and pesky critter!  Some are just flat out more annoying than others.  The stink bug is one of them.  These pesky critters were everywhere last spring and summer, and according to experts, they'll be making a comeback this season, perhaps worse than ever.
House Centipede That Almost Killed Me
House Centipede That Almost Killed Me
House Centipede That Almost Killed Me
I seriously can't think of a more horrifying thing in the insect universe than the house centipede. They move quick, they have a million legs, they're furry yet slimy, probably make disgusting noises and they literally appear out of nowhere.  And that's how I almost died late last Friday night!
Mosquito Repellents
Mosquito Repellents
Mosquito Repellents
Summer would be so much better without mosquitoes! I'm sure there is some legitimate reason for these little blood suckers to be around,perhaps they play  a key role in the fine balance of nature. I don't care, I hate mosquitoes. The worst part is with all the rain we have been getting, and lots and lots of standing water for them to breed in, they will be out like gangbusters this year... Read Mo