A locust swarm likened to a “biblical plague” has hit Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote, prompting official ...

It was a pestilence of biblical proportions. Officials in Spain’s Canary Islands are sounding alarm bells after an epic swarm of locusts descended upon the popular vacation destination, as seen in ...

SWARMS of locusts arriving from the Sahara have plagued holidaymakers across the Canary Islands, prompting officials to urge calm. Leaders in Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura ...

When we talk about locust swarms, we envision biblical plagues and famines in ancient societies. But locusts continue to be a serious problem around the world. Huge swarms of the insects can destroy ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photo Credit: iStock Farmers in Senegal have discovered an unexpected defense against destructive locust swarms: growing crops the ...

Known locally as the Barbary cigarrón (Schistocerca gregaria), the locusts have been seen across much of Lanzarote, including ...

Last summer, a swarm of dragonflies descended on beachgoers at Misquamicut Beach in Rhode Island, causing some to flee the “apocalyptic” scene. The insects were seen at other beaches, too, like Bakers ...

While often referred to as locusts, cicadas are distinct insects and pose no threat to humans or pets, though overconsumption by pets can cause digestive issues. The cicadas will be active for 3-4 ...

If you're wondering why there's a swarm of honey bees in your yard, our expert says it all lies in the fascinating way they respond to the queen.