If you’ve been outside recently, you may have noticed an abnormal amount of June bugs flying around.

A bug bite can leave more than just an itchy bump.

Sweep, squish, or save? That’s the big question as the warmer weather brings in unwelcomed intruders.

The last time it happened was 229-years ago, but experts said we are not going to see it here at home.

Dog-day cicadas are back in Southwest Virginia

The study consisted of 64 volunteers wearing nylon sleeves and being exposed to a variety of mosquitos on their arms in a glass chamber for six hours.

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Insects are looking for warmth during these cooler months, so you may notice you’re on pest patrol more often around your home.

This peculiar larva is known as a puss caterpillar, and the name is as appealing as it looks. According to the Virginia Department of Forestry, these hairy caterpillars have been found in some eastern counties in Virginia and it’s raised some concerns. Despite its size, it is considered one of the most venomous caterpillars in the country. What appears to be hairs is actually venomous spines that cause a painful reaction if touched, said the VDOF. If you come across a puss caterpillar, VDOF advises that you leave it alone and let its natural enemies control their populations as there are several other insects that will prey on them.

On Brave Wilderness’ “Breaking Trail” YouTube show, the host, Coyote Peterson, follows adventure in a variety of wildlife areas. RELATED: “Murder Hornets” are in US; Can the insects possibly migrate to San Antonio or South Texas? He travels across the area for days in search of the hornet until he finally finds one on his last day. To let the hornet sting him. “When the stinger went into my arm, I had a wave come over me and I got super dizzy,” he said.