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Mosquitoes top the charts of world's ten deadliest insects for humans
While many fear great white sharks or grizzly bears, insects are actually the most dangerous group of species in the world, causing more deaths to humans annually that any other kind of creature
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Wasp sting kills dad of four after allergic reaction
The family of Eamonn Hogan, from Kilcoo, Northern Ireland, have opened up on their "difficult year" following the dad's death from an unknown wasp sting allergy
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Gran shares 'miracle' hack to keep bugs away this summer - and it's so simple
As the weather warms up, so do the insects - but a gran has shared a simple hack to keep bugs at bay using a few household ingredients. It's gone down a storm online
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Gardener's £2 tip to get rid of ants from your home and garden
Ants can be a nuisance when they make their way into our homes or garden, but one expert has shared a simple and environmentally-friendly way to keep them at bay
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Banish mosquitoes from your home this summer with 'common' plant they hate
As temperatures rise, balmy evenings may lead to sleeping with the window open. But if you're prone to getting bitten by mosquitoes, the summer may fill you with a feeling of dread
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Spooky 'ghost tree' completely covered in eerie white caterpillar web
The stunning sight of a ghostly blanket of ermine moth caterpillar web covering an entire tree and bush was captured in Worcestershire by wildlife enthusiast Rachel Tapp
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Dangerous beetle sparks 'lockdown' - all 16 areas told to 'remain vigilant'
The eight-toothed spruce bark beetle is a serious tree pest and could cause significant damage to some businesses as forest industry workers are told to 'remain vigilant'
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Simple homemade spray made with three ingredients keeps mosquitos away
Mosquitoes are a common pest in the UK and can be a real nuisance in the summer months, but a pest control expert has shared a simple homemade spray that will keep them at bay
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Windscreen worker watches in disbelief as bees suddenly swarm car he's fixing
The man was said to be "shell-shocked" as the bees buzzed around the car and then made their way inside. The Autoglass worker was left shocked by the sudden swarm
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Moment Brit backpackers scream as cobra and '2,000' moths swarm hotel room
Jemma Sayer and Lydia Ramsey-Stewart were left horrified after their room was invaded by the creatures while they were traveling in Asia for their gap year after finishing sixth form last May
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'Do not touch' warning to Brits over caterpillar that 'can make you sick'
The Forestry Commission has warned the British public to be on the lookout for the oak processionary moth caterpillars - which are a pest in trees but also pose a health risk to humans
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Brits heading for Spain face plagues of genetically hardened super-cockroaches
Brits heading to Spain on holiday could be faced with a plague of cockroaches due to climate change, according to the environmental association Anecpla
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Mum thought kids had died having 'violent reaction' after home sprayed for fleas
Amber Jaulim, 25, rushed her two young children Shiloh and Saffire to hospital after they both fell seriously ill days after her home in a block of flats in Slough was fumigated
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Expert warns this summer will be worst year ever for fruit fly infestation
Experts say that the 2024 fruit fly swarm is set to descend in this summer, with the bugs becoming more of a nuisance in the warmer months. Here's how to avoid them
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Huge Asian hornet nest seen for 1st time this year sparking new invasion fears
A large nest of Asian hornets was discovered at a roadside cafe near Canterbury, Kent, sparking fears of a fresh invasion as people who spot them urged to report them
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Girl, 5, dies in agony from scorpion sting as medics fail to find anti-venom
Isabelly Stefani Morais died after being stung at her home in Nucleo Rural do Rio Preto, in Brazil's Federal District, in the early hours of Wednesday, May 15
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Expert explains what to do if your dog is stung by an Asian hornet
The UK's chief plant health officer has urged the public to be vigilant of Asian hornets and other non-native species after a warning of a potential surge in damaging invasive non-native species
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UK Asian hornet invasion mapped as tool lists all UK sightings - check your area
Members of the public have been urged to report any sightings of Asian hornets following a spike in numbers - conservation groups fear the insect could have a detrimental impact on environments
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Simple hack to get rid of flies in your garden only costs a few pence
As the weather gets warmer and we look forward to an increase in outdoor activities, flies can be a huge problem. However, there's a simple trick to enjoy an outdoor meal in peace
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Asian Hornet warning as 'risk to human health' alert - tips if you're attacked
Conservation groups have urged the UK government to offer them more support following a rise in invasive species across the UK - which has spiked an Asian hornet warning
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'I thought coffee beans had spilled in my cupboard – then they started moving'
A coffee-lover has shared horrifying images of the six-legged surprise she was faced with when she went to get her morning brew from her workplace's break room cupboard
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Mum's face covered in bites after cops 'hold her face down in pile of fire ants'
A woman in Texas has filed suit saying officers caused her to become covered in ant bites as officers insist they acted properly when Taylor Rogers was arrested in 2021
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Strange object will keep flies away from your summer BBQ - with no need to spray
Flies are a nightmare to deal with - especially when you're trying to enjoy a summer BBQ. But one gardening expert claims that his trick will help to shoo them off - and it's very easy to do
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'I washed this beast out of my hair after sleeping in basement for three nights'
A Reddit user was left panicking after discovering the remains of a mysterious insect in their hair - it came after they had slept in a 'dank basement' for three nights
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Nine ways to keep your home free from bugs and insects during the summer months
Love the warmer months but detest all the bugs and insects that come with it? We've listed nine sure-fire ways to keep your home creepy-crawly and buzz free