Learn More › Wasps can be an annoying presence in your yard, building nests, buzzing around your backyard barbecues, and ...

From the excruciating sting of the tarantula hawk wasp to the potentially lethal bite of the Western Diamondback rattlesnake, Arizona is home to a range of critters, ranging from insects to ...

Anaphylaxis With Insect Bites: Very Rare A severe life-threatening allergic reaction is called anaphylaxis. The main symptoms are difficulty breathing and swallowing starting within 2 hours of the ...

A long, dry summer has led to “extremely high” numbers of wasps around the country – and Kiwis are being warned not to attack ...

Most spider bites cause local pain, redness and swelling. It's much like a bee sting reaction. A few spiders (such as the Black Widow) can cause a more severe reaction. Helpful if spider seen on the ...

Stay comfortable and enjoy the outdoors with our expert recommendations for dealing with mosquito, midge, and horsefly bites. The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you ...

Some say fake wasp nests are the secret to a sting-free summer. Others say it’s all buzz. Here’s what actually happens when ...

A stingray sting can be very painful and can also cause symptoms like nausea and muscle cramps. In rare cases, you may have trouble breathing. However, stingray stings are generally not fatal unless ...

Bee stings trigger the release of chemicals, including histamine, from the immune system into the bloodstream. An allergic reaction occurs when the body's defence system overreacts, often causing ...