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What to know about New World screwworm after human case detected

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West Nile virus detected in mosquitoes in four NYC boroughs

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  • Sep 4, 2024

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Check fresh Christmas trees for any pests before trimming, or prepare for a holiday surprise

Andrea Coward said she and her family cut down their own Christmas tree at a tree farm, but about two weeks after they brought the tree home, they received an unexpected surprise.

  • Nov 30, 2023

Video shows flight crew swatting at swarm of mosquitos on Volaris flight

Video taken by a passenger shows the flight crew spraying insect repellent as the mosquitoes buzzed around the cabin.

  • Oct 12, 2023

Invasive yellow-legged hornet found in the U.S. for the first time

One of the biggest concerns with this insect is that it has the potential to threaten honey production, native pollinators, and a number of crops in the state.

  • Aug 18, 2023

Experts provide tips on fighting spotted lanternflies in NYC this fall

Officials say that if the spotted lanternfly isn't controlled, it could cost the New York economy $300 million a year.

  • Aug 17, 2023

Westchester County fighting spotted lanternflies with powerful vacuums

The parks department is using high-powered vacuums to suck up the invasive pests because each one counts.

  • Aug 2, 2023