Flea beetles can wreak havoc in the garden. These insects are recognized by their tiny, shiny bodies that are about the size ...

A research team led by Eske Willerslev, professor at the University of Copenhagen and the University of Cambridge, has recovered ancient DNA from 214 known human pathogens in prehistoric humans from ...

The weather plays a major role in the number of ticks. "It really depends on the weather every year," Parker said. "If we ...

Fleas and mites bite. Here’s everything you need to know about how to spot the pests, how to keep them out of your personal space, and what to do if they cause problems.

Researchers have developed a new method for preventing bacteria from adhering to surfaces, such as medical devices. It relies on the unique properties of resilin, a natural insect protein that ...

Robert Hooke (1635-1703) is best known for his depiction of a flea as seen through his microscope, made scary through magnification: almost all body and little head, a giant apparatus for storing ...

If your cat has fleas, you'll need some tools to help you tackle the problem. Review how to use a flea comb for cats and the types available.

Vet reveals everything you need to know about flea allergy dermatitis in dogs, from the signs to lookout for to how to treat ...

A type of zooplankton, Daphnia pulex (a.k.a. the water flea) is a microscopic crustacean whose unique reproduction habits make it the perfect species for studying evolution and natural selection ...

Fleas are tiny wingless parasites that survive by sucking on animal or human blood. They find new hosts to live on by searching for body heat, movements, and breathing.

Don't let fleas live in your home. Get them off your pets and out of your house with these flea control methods.