Insects

Bees are some of the world’s most important pollinators, but not all species behave the same. When it comes to bumble bee vs. carpenter bee species, these two often get confused.

By Nico Avelle

Not all ants are created equal, especially when it comes to carpenter ants vs. black ants. Though both are common ant species and household nuisances, their behavior, nesting habits, and potential for damage are quite different.

By Nico Avelle

Grasshoppers and crickets often get lumped together. After all, they both hop, chirp, and love grass.

By Nico Avelle

When tiny insects with wings start swarming your home, it’s easy to panic. Knowing ant vs. termite differences can save you time, money, and stress.

By Nico Avelle

When it comes to creepy crawlers in kitchens and bathrooms, the water bug vs. roach confusion is real. Both have six legs, long antennae, and oval-shaped bodies. But their biology, habitats, and behaviors reveal they’re not the same.

By Nico Avelle

When a buzzing insect makes a beeline for your picnic, it’s tempting to call it a wasp. But in yellow jacket vs. wasp comparisons, there are key differences worth noting.

By Nico Avelle

When tiny flying insects take over your kitchen or hover around your houseplants, you're probably facing one of the most common flying insects. But how can you tell if they're fruit flies vs. gnats?

By Nico Avelle

Ants are among the most common insects on Earth, and they’re more diverse than you might think. With over 12,000 known ant species, these social insects vary widely in behavior, nesting habits, and impact on homes and gardens.

By Nico Avelle

You hear a low hum near your porch, glance up, and spot a fat, buzzing bee. Does it matter if it's a carpenter bee vs. bumble bee?

By Nico Avelle

Butterflies may look more delicate than other insects, but they’re tough travelers and expert survivalists. From gardens to jungles, there are so many types of butterflies are everywhere—flashing colors, fluttering wings, and fueling ecosystems along the way.

By Nico Avelle

Moths often live in the shadow of their flashier cousins, the butterflies, but the many types of moths are surprisingly diverse and intriguing.

By Nico Avelle

They glow in the dark, they flit through summer evenings, and they’ve filled countless childhood mason jars. But why do some people call the glimmering flyer a lightning bug vs. firefly?

By Nico Avelle

Ladybugs might look alike at first glance, but not all of them are beneficial garden guests. If you're looking at a potential invader and unsure if it's an Asian lady beetle vs. ladybug, your confusion is entirely valid.

By Nico Avelle

You spot a many-legged crawler in your bathroom and wonder, "Centipede vs. millipede ... does it matter?" This quick guide breaks down the key differences in the age-old confusion.

By Nico Avelle

Think all wasps are just angry insects looking to ruin your picnic? Think again. There are types of wasps that build nests underground, some that live in solitary splendor and others that are downright helpful to your garden.

By Nico Avelle

Spotting a roach can trigger immediate alarm but not all roaches are the same. While wood roaches might startle you, they aren't the same threat as German or American cockroaches.

By Nico Avelle

If you've ever found a tick clinging to your skin after a hike or a romp in tall grass, you're not alone. These tiny critters are more than just a nuisance — they're also potential carriers of some serious diseases.

By Nico Avelle

What do crickets eat? If you've ever heard these little insects chirping in grassy areas or dark places, you might have wondered what fuels their busy lives. It turns out these opportunistic feeders will munch on almost anything to stay healthy.

By Talon Homer

Is that katydid a leaf? Is it an insect? Is it singing to you on a warm summer night? The answer to all of these is yes! Closely related to crickets and grasshoppers, there are over 6,000 katydid species worldwide. These masters of disguise are commonly heard but rarely seen.

By Talon Homer

Some of the most dazzling insects in the world are blue butterflies. With their iridescent wings and delicate forms, these rare beauties bring color to grasslands, coastal areas and conservation efforts alike.

By Nico Avelle

Have you ever wondered, what do snails eat? And how long does it take these slow-moving, slimy creatures to reach their food sources? Well, whether they’re in a garden, a pond or aquarium, a snail's varied diet helps it survive in different environments.

By Ada Tseng

If you’ve ever opened your sweater drawer or pantry and found little holes or suspicious webs, you’ve probably wondered, "What do moths eat? Anything besides my favorite clothes?" Turns out, it’s not the adult moths doing the damage. It’s their hungry little offspring, the moth larvae.

By Nico Avelle

"What do cicadas eat?" is a great question because these noisy insects have a surprising diet.

By Talon Homer

How do you identify a locust vs. grasshopper? They both belong to the grasshopper family (Acrididae), have powerful hind legs for jumping and share many physical traits. Despite their similarities, these two insects exhibit key behavioral and physiological differences that set them apart — especially when it comes to their ability to form massive, crop-devastating swarms.

By Mack Hayden

Let's talk about spider eggs, those tiny wonders of nature that hold the next generation of arachnids.

By Ada Tseng