Can Milkweed Kill Spotted Lanternflies?
Early experiments found spotted lanternflies dying after feeding on milkweed. Scientists are now trying to understand why.
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Tick Bites Can Trigger Red Meat Allergy in Oklahoma
A tick bite can trigger an unusual allergy that leaves some people reacting to red meat and other mammal products.
Does Peppermint Oil Really Repel Mice?
Peppermint oil is a popular DIY mouse repellent. We looked at the research to see whether it actually keeps mice out of your home.
Long Beach Businesses Closed Over Vermin Infestations This Week
Two Long Beach food businesses were closed this week after city health officials cited vermin infestation and harborage.
Do Ants Really Play Dead? New Research Explains Why
Some ants freeze and curl up when threatened. New research reveals why they play dead and what scientists still don’t know about the behavior.
Orange County Mosquito Treatments Continue Across Cities
Orange County continues overnight mosquito treatments across several cities as officials track high West Nile virus activity.
Can Hummingbirds Actually Reduce Mosquitoes in Your Yard?
Hummingbirds eat tiny insects, including mosquitoes. But can attracting these backyard hunters actually make a noticeable dent in mosquitoes?
West Nile Cases Surge in Long Beach, With 17 Residents Infected
West Nile cases in Long Beach have risen to 17 in 2026, the city’s highest count in more than a decade as mosquito-borne illness surges.
California Restaurant Pest Closures This Week: Sept. 1–7, 2026
California restaurant pest closures this week include two San Jose food facilities closed Sept. 1 after officials cited vermin contamination.
Iconic LA Bar Jumbo’s Clown Room Temporarily Closed Over Vermin Infestation
Jumbo’s Clown Room temporarily closed after an LA County health inspection cited vermin infestation. The East Hollywood bar plans to reopen Sept. 2.
Texas Releases First Screwworm Infested Zones as Fight Against Parasitic Fly Continues
Texas screwworm control reaches a milestone as USDA releases two infested zones for the first time since cases emerged in the state in June.
Boyle Heights Warehouse Cleanup Moves Forward, but Residents Still Report Rats and Flies
Boyle Heights rats and flies remain a concern for some residents after crews removed rotting food from a fire-damaged cold-storage warehouse.
West Nile Case Confirmed in Jacksonville as Officials Step Up Mosquito Control
A locally acquired West Nile virus case has been confirmed in Duval County, prompting increased mosquito surveillance and ground spraying in Jacksonville.