Texas’ state plant, the prickly pear cactus, is being devoured by invasive caterpillars. So Texas scientists are releasing thousands of tiny wasps. Houston Chronicle Logo Hearst Newspapers Logo ...

Texas' state plant, the prickly pear cactus, is being devoured by invasive caterpillars. The red larvae with black spots are eating a state icon, codified as a "hearty and beautiful denizen of the ...

Though it’s only April, don’t be surprised if you have already seen a wasp or two. Are you starting to notice large reddish-brown insects with wings? This is most likely the Paper Wasp, a ...

Gigantic killer wasps appear in Texas. What to know. While they prefer to target cicadas, they will sting humans if provoked. By Ariana Garcia, Assistant News Editor Aug 8, 2024.