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Invasive screwworm prompts warning from Texas wildlife officials

  • Dec 31, 2024

Fireworms spotted on Texas beaches ahead of Labor Day, officials warn

  • Aug 30, 2024
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Christmas tree pests: Woman opens up about surprise encounter

  • Nov 30, 2023

Renter paying pest control says apartment hasn't fixed roach issue

  • Oct 24, 2023

How to prevent bugs from entering your home this fall and winter

  • Oct 17, 2023

Renter says abandoned apartment next door led to roach infestation

  • Aug 8, 2023

Cyclospora on the rise in Harris and Fort Bend Counties, officials say

  • Jul 10, 2023

Woman stung 75 times in bee swarm and attack during family photo shoot

  • May 3, 2023

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'Acid-squirting land lobster from hell' images shared by Big Bend National Park

NOPE. They pinch and they squirt vinegar. But they can't see very well and will leave you alone unless you annoy them.

  • Jul 18, 2021
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West Nile virus detected in Galveston Co. mosquitoes

Health officials have tips for residents after the first West Nile-positive mosquito sample this year was confirmed in northwest Galveston County.

  • Jun 24, 2021

Memorial Day mosquitoes? How recent rain makes perfect storm for pesky biters

The wet weather may have ended on Tuesday, but once the water sits still, health experts say aggressive mosquitoes are born about five days later.

  • May 28, 2021

Get ready! Heavy rains expected to lead to mosquito blooms in southeast Texas

It's no secret, mosquito season is ramping up and the pesky bugs are in full force again! What you can do to prevent mosquitoes around your home.

  • May 26, 2021

Consumer Reports: Top-tested insect repellents for 2021

According to the CDC, at least nine mosquito- and tick-borne diseases have been reported for the first time in the U.S. since 2004.

  • May 20, 2021