Author name: Julia Hinman

A mosquito standing on the surface of a puddle of water.

Mosquitoes and Eastern Equine Encephalitis: What You Need To Know 

You may have heard the news about a rare mosquito-borne illness that is on the rise in the United States. It’s called eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), and while the risk of exposure has typically been low, a recent surge in infections has raised a lot of concern about this potentially deadly virus.  We’ve been tracking

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Venomous Versus Non-Venomous Spiders: How To Identify Harmless and Dangerous Species

Spiders may seem menacing but are relatively harmless to humans. However, with over 1,000 species of spiders in California alone, it can be challenging to determine which kinds may be creeping around your home. Thankfully, we’re here to help with an extensive spider identification guide.  Identifying dangerous spider species from harmless ones can give you

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