A California zoo has put the rarest insects on Earth — also known as “tree lobsters” — on exhibit to the public as part of a breeding program, officials said. Lord Howe Island stick insects — so named ...

It might be a good idea to dispose of this year’s Christmas tree sooner rather than later. While it’s not a regular occurrence during the holiday season, University of Wisconsin-Madison entomologist ...

There’s nothing like the pine scent of a fresh-cut Christmas tree during the holiday season. The aroma and beauty of the outdoors are welcome in homes, but a freshly cut Christmas tree may harbor ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – An invasive insect known to attack conifer trees was discovered on out-of-state Christmas tree products that were shipped to big box stores in Oregon. The Oregon Department of ...

INDIANAPOLIS — "A lot of times when you’re looking for insect pests, you’re looking at the underside of leaves," said Mike Volz, arborist and District Manager at Davey Tree Experts. Mike Volz is a ...

Scientists want to release insects to curb invasive Chinese tallow. Beekeepers say it could hurt pollinators and raise food costs. Federal regulators have taken a side, for now.

Welcome to our tree column, “Ask your local arborist.” Each month, arborists from the Davey Tree Expert Company in Menlo Park discuss a tree-related topic from general care and planting tips to how ...

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The scorched banyan tree in the heart of fire-ravaged Lahaina is battling an insect infestation but is still generating new growth. Steve Nimz, the longtime arborist overseeing the recovery of the ...