A hoverfly is often confused with a wasp or bee (more commonly a wasp) because of their similar yellow and black coloring. This mimicry in coloring has likely helped the hoverfly survive – a technique called Batesian mimicry where a harmless plant or animal (or in this case insect) mimics the look of a more [...]
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Hose the Mites and Aphids!
Mites and aphids can cause damage in your garden, and can go unnoticed for quite a while, building up large populations before you catch on. Thankfully, there are some pretty easy ways to get rid of them – both a short-term and a long-term solution. But first, you have to know what you’re looking for. [...]
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