bugs

We've been grossed out by some of Boise's creepy bugs like crane flies and cicadas. While both of them are harmless, they're still icky! We get plenty of those, but no pretty fireflies. What gives?!

For about six weeks, Idaho sat back and laughed all of the bizarre headlines coming out states getting a visit from the 17-year Brood X cicadas.

You've gone through your entire life thinking you know what this bug is capable of, but you're probably wrong!

As you go to get your mail today, you might notice something different about your mailbox. In addition to your everyday bills and the ads that will go directly into the trash, you may find a dryer sheet. No, this didn't accidentally fall from your mail carrier's sleeve, but your mail carrier is the person who left it there...

Coming off of a year like we had, a severe mosquito season is not what we want to hear about. However, according to pests.org, that's exactly what we're about to be hit with next. Mosquitos are attracted to warm temperatures and standing water...

Why they put insects on the menu and why you might want to give it a try.

I don't do bugs well to begin with, but these I'm extra terrified to kill these creepy crawlies!

When you go camping or hiking in the Gem State, what bugs are you most scared of?

Is it bad we're slightly happy it's not Bogus Basin Road getting the swarm this year?

I have called the Treasure Valley home for over two years, but yesterday, I found a friend on my patio for the first time.  Do we have Praying Mantises in Idaho?