Whether you’re gardening, fishing, swimming, or hiking, you’re not alone out there; biting flies are waiting for you. "Biting flies consist of a diverse group which can range from very small ...

Midges, tiny flying insects often mistaken for mosquitoes, are a common nuisance in many parts of the world, especially near bodies of water. These minuscule pests, while generally harmless, can cause ...

If you’ve been trying to enjoy Grand Strand beaches now that temperatures have finally dropped, you may have noticed some unwanted pests. Common species of biting flies in South Carolina are abundant ...

Oropouche virus disease, sometimes called Oropouche fever or sloth fever, is an illness caused by the Oropouche virus that’s spread mostly by biting midges. Oropouche virus is found mostly in a few ...

Summer is almost here, and the bugs are arriving, too: The warmer weather has brought new concerns about midges, ticks and much-disdained spotted lanternflies. Here’s what to know about possible ...

While not quite of biblical plague proportion, swarms of bugs can arrive in the Erie area at this time of year, landing on window screens and flitting around outdoor lights. These little insects ...

They're so small they're called "no-see-ums," but these tiny biting flies are getting big attention from local scientists and for good reason. The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District is ...

If you’ve been enjoying the sun, warmer weather and longer days, chances are, you’ve been getting hit with bug bites, too. In Mississippi, there are more than 91,000 species of insects, including bees ...

Canada has warned travellers to Cuba to protect against mosquito and midge bites amid a severe outbreak of dengue, ...

Black flies are small, biting insects prevalent in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, especially near rivers and streams. While peak season is over, they remain active throughout the summer, particularly on ...

Placer County researchers are on the hunt for a particular species of insect that could pose a public health risk. The Placer Mosquito and Vector Control District is working with the Centers for ...