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Spotted lanternflies have spread rapidly across the United States—but where did they come from, how did they get here, and can we stop them? Here’s what you need to know about their spread, their eggs, and what homeowners can do to help.

Dragonfly migration peaks in September across much of North America. Learn why dragonflies migrate, where they go, how far they travel, and when to watch for them.

Yellowjacket colonies reach peak size as summer winds down, sending hundreds—or even thousands—of hungry workers in search of fruit, garbage and outdoor meals. Here is why they become so noticeable and how to protect your next cookout.

Millions of birds are migrating south right now—and many are flying high overhead while we sleep. Here’s why fall migration happens at night, how birds navigate in the dark, and how you can help them along the way.

Seeing spiderwebs everywhere in August and September? There’s a reason. Late summer is prime spider season, when many orb-weaving spiders...

Why are cicadas so loud in August? Learn what cicada sounds mean, why they seem louder on hot days, and...

When does the monarch butterfly migration happen? Discover when monarchs migrate in 2026, how far they fly, where they go, and how to see and help them.