IISc professor highlights the ecological benefits of wasps as effective pest predators in sustainable pest control strategies ...

Fruit flies are generally highly susceptible to parasitic wasps, but some have stolen a gene from bacteria that makes them resistant. This adult fly, Drosophila melanogaster, has two cysts (made dark ...

Bees, wasps, and hornets look similar — but their behavior couldn’t be more different. Bees are pollinators that rarely sting unless threatened, while wasps are aggressive predators that scavenge ...

It’s summer in the northern hemisphere and that means sun, sea, and wasps. A lot of us have been taught to fear wasps as aggressive insects that exist only to make our lives a misery. But with ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Despite their bee-like appearance, hoverflies are all buzz, no bite ...

Integrated pest management methods encourage attracting and hosting beneficial insect predators that keep common pests at bay. Learn how to draw them in and keep them on the farm! While spraying ...