Scientists say the last known caterpillar of a once-common New Mexico butterfly has died, raising fears the species may be gone forever.

Common milkweed, though great for monarch caterpillars, can be unwieldy in a small garden. Here are some other ...

World Biodiversity Day, or the International Day for Biological Diversity, is celebrated today. Created in 1993 to increase ...

A ruderal species is a plant species that is first to colonize disturbed lands. The disturbance may be natural — for example, ...

You might look to the stars or your birthstone for a personal symbol, but have you ever considered butterflies? These ...

Colorado’s winter has been record-breaking in terms of lack of moisture and warm temperatures. While that might seem ...

FROM Friday 15th May - Sunday 7th June, people across the country are being asked to choose the butterfly they love most, whether that be a familiar garden visitor like the Red Admiral, Orange-tip or ...

Ageratum is a low-maintenance annual with long-lasting blooms, pollinator appeal, and simple care needs for borders, ...

Warmer temperatures, longer daylight hours, and increased moisture cause pests to emerge in the spring. Mosquitoes and ticks are a primary concern for public health officials due to the diseases they ...

Gardeners can attract bees and butterflies into their outdoor spaces with a nectar-rich "superplant" beloved by wildlife. As spring continues to unfold, green-fingered readers will be heading outdoors ...

Of the 59 native species monitored, 33 have declined, 25 have improved and one mountain species has too little data to assess. Butterfly species which are doing well include the Red admiral, some of ...

Moths are a type of flying insect commonly found throughout the U.S. There are wide varieties of moths. Some invade homes, while others don’t. Some are nocturnal and active at night, and others are ...