Insects

Researchers from the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory recently found that some winged insects native to the Mountain West – and crucial to maintaining ecosystem balance – are on the decline.

The Asian Giant Hornet, nicknamed the Murder Hornet, was first seen in North America two years ago. Since then, Idahoans have reported seeing the insect but it is a case of mistaken identity.

Idaho Matters takes a look at the difference between Cicada Killer Wasps and Murder Hornets and why it's important to be able to tell them apart.

The Idaho Department of Lands is tracking a tiny bug that kills fir trees throughout the state.It’s called a Balsam Woolly Adelgid and it’s not from…

Moths are causing problems in camping areas around Smiths Ferry. Turns out the fuzzy-looking creatures can sting anyone who cross paths with them. The…

A malodorous invasive bug has gone from a worry to a certifiable nuisance for some Northwest farmers and gardeners. The name of this insect is a mouthful:…

Here come the bugs. It was a warm winter in the southern half of Idaho. That means insects are emerging earlier and will have longer breeding…