An Acadia University study has found natural repellent may work to keep black-legged ticks at bay this season. Researchers ...

Some people refer to iguanas as "mini dragons." They don't breathe fire, but they will bite you using their saw-like teeth. The teeth of green iguanas are serrated and can cause deep bite wounds.

A tiny fossil preserved in 16 million-year-old amber revealed an extinct Caribbean species that mastered the art of ...

The findings, published in the journal Human-Wildlife Interactions, suggest that most gator bites shouldn’t be viewed as ...

Key advice on whether the invasive species are dangerous, how to treat a sting and the warning signs of an allergic reaction.

The allergy is known as alpha-gal syndrome, which is also a potentially life-threatening condition. Scientists think that the ...

Find helpful tips and remedies for bites and stings. Learn how to treat insect bites, bee stings, and other skin irritations effectively.