Sparganosis is caused by infection with the larvae of spirometra species, an organism that is endemic to Japan. Patients with sparganosis may present with fever, fatigue, headache, seizure ...

A team of scientists discovered a species of blow fly (family Calliphoridae) whose larvae can infiltrate colonies of harvester termites in the Anti-Atlas mountains of southern Morocco. The ...

LAKE MURRAY, Okla. (KXII) - Larvae of the emerald ash borer (EAB), an invasive species of beetle known for killing trees, was found at Lake Murray State Park. The Oklahoma Forestry Services shared ...

Syrphid flies are also known as hover or flower flies. Some adult flies can mimic bees. The larval stage is an important early and late-season aphid predator. A single larva can feed on dozens of ...

The 'M' can look thick, thin or even broken in appearance. The immature larvae are alligator-like and appear similar to other lady beetle larvae. Larvae are blue to black with two orange stripes, and ...

Use this guide to learn how to kill maggots and keep them out of your home for good. Maggots are the larvae of flies and are typically found in decaying organic matter. They are small and worm ...