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 ...

"How are the flies at the beach today?" Social media is rife with people hoping to find out the answer to that question at this time of year, and the answer is often "bad." There are numerous species ...

Every summer in communities such as Ipswich that have salt marshes, the plaintive wail can be heard, “Aaaaaaargh, the greenheads!" A close relative of the horsefly, adult greenheads arrive on beaches ...

Of all the insect pests that are out there waiting to ruin your summer fun, no-see-ums are just about the worst. Here’s what you need to know about these tiny biting flies, including how to keep them ...

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 ...

Hikers beware: Upper Peninsula bugs are out to bite. Biting flies have been swarming northern Michigan in numbers that even locals say they haven't seen before. However, what some might not realize is ...