Roughly the size of a paper clip and with the most dangerous venom 15 times stronger than a rattlesnake’s, this black spider can be spotted by the red markings on its belly. The red markings are in ...

Most insects are harmless, and many play an important role in the environment. But a small number possess painful stings, ...

Your backyard might seem like a safe space for your dog to roam, but some dangers aren’t easy to see. For small dogs, certain bugs can have nasty consequences. These bugs can cause serious illness, ...

Kissing bugs carry a disease that can spread to humans. Photo courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention There are enough pesky little insects in South Carolina to worry about, like ...