New world screwworm is spreading in the U.S. The FDA has just authorized a new way to fight the deadly parasites, with a ...

A newly obtained USDA report alleges that a clandestine injectable spread equine infectious anemia through contaminated ...

A hike or going on any outdoor adventure can leave you feeling good-exhausted, at peace, and connected to nature. But you might also end up with a less pleasant souvenir: a gnarly bug bite—or ...

While Burmese pythons are not venomous, their bites are common and feel like needles tearing through the skin. Invasive pythons have severely impacted Florida's small mammal populations in the ...

The Asian needle ant is barely a quarter-inch long, nests in leaf litter and mulch, and can trigger life-threatening anaphylaxis Getty The Asian needle ant, now in 22 states, nests in damp areas, ...

An inconspicuous insect with a potentially lethal sting has invaded the United States and is spreading across the country, wreaking havoc on local ecosystems. The insect, known as the Asian needle ant ...

Georgia is home to many things, including the first recognized sighting of the venomous Asian needle ant. Is this a serious problem? Here's what we know: Are there Asian needle ants in Georgia? UGA ...

As the weather heats up and you spend more time outdoors, keep an eye out for this invasive species. Asian needle ants are in Mississippi and spreading across the southeastern United States. They're ...