Buffalo gnats are back, and this spring, they invited their cicada friends to the party. At least the cicadas don’t bite. Whether you want to complete yard work, watch your favorite shortstop play ball or simply relax on the deck…
While summer insects are common in Illinois, not every year do we see and hear cicadas, sometimes incorrectly called 17-year “locusts.” (Locusts are actually a different species.) According to the University of Illinois Extension, the Great Eastern Brood X emerges…
As if 2020 has not brought enough headaches, tiny black biting bugs have invaded our fun outdoor activities. Whether you are raking leaves, picking out your pumpkin at the local patch or going for a walk, these biting bugs are…