James B. Dorey has received funding from organisations like the University of Wollongong, Flinders University, the Playford Trust, and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (New Colombo Plan); ...

Summer’s vibrant landscapes bring more than just sunshine and outdoor adventures—they introduce a complex ecosystem of potential interactions with stinging insects. Understanding the nuanced world of ...

Does spit really help with a mosquito bite? And onion with a bee sting? An expert gives answers on how to respond to common insect attacks. Andrea Warnecke/dpa It could be such a wonderful summer's ...

Carpenter bees are known to drill into wooden structures that may exist around your home, such as a wood deck or the siding of your house. However, carpenter bees are incredible pollinators, and if ...

As the weather gets warmer and flowers begin to bloom, bees emerge from their winter hibernation. Bees are essential to our ecosystem, and from their incredible pollination abilities, plants are able ...

Enjoying the outdoors carries the danger of running into nature’s less-friendly side: toxic plants and animals. As toxicologists at the University of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Poison Center, we see many ...

A carpenter bee on decking wood is seen in this file photo. Here’s what to do if you’re finding them tunneling into your Kentucky property this spring and summer. CB Strickland Getty ...