The township shared that spongy moth would pose a serious threat to the local tree canopy by destroying leaves and leaving ...

The flannel moth caterpillar appears soft and harmless, yet its fur hides a venomous sting. Scientists study it to understand ...

Caterpillars look cute, like little fuzzy toys. But an up-close look at their “fur” will reveal that many species have spines ...

Oak tree with brown, brittle leaves during oak moth infestation. (Marcia Heller photo) I might unwittingly be carving out a ...

From glowing jewels to horned giants, these stunning caterpillars reveal nature’s artistry. Explore ten of the world’s most beautiful species before they transform into striking moths and butterflies.

Have you ever seen a caterpillar get flung from an exploding plant? Probably not! Read here to learn about this strange plant ...

MARINA – On a recent misty Saturday morning, schoolboy Jeremiah Forstell dumps a wriggling mass of inch-long caterpillars on a white plastic table. He and Marina Mayor Bruce Delgado alternate as they ...

Over the Memorial Day weekend, I saw something I have wanted to see for a long time. I always had heard of the notorious Catalpa worm but had never seen one firsthand. Now, before the reader thinks ...

What’s worse than finding a worm in your apple? Answer: Finding half a worm. Modern pesticides and strict inspection policies have made finding a codling moth larva, or worm, in an apple from a ...

The University of Florida researchers recently discovered that “tequila worms” are, in fact, moth larvae. The “worms” are placed inside bottles of mezcal to enhance the color and flavor of the alcohol ...

The world's most colorful moths can even rival the beauty of butterflies — but these marvelous designs are also crucial to ...

University of Florida researchers recently discovered that "tequila worms" are, in fact, moth larvae. The "worms" are placed inside bottles of mezcal to enhance the color and flavor of the alcohol.