Jill Gleeson
- Indexed articles, last 90 days
- 12
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- Oct 1, 2026
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- Jul 21, 2026
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Yellowjackets Are at Their Worst Right Now—Here’s How to Avoid Them (opens the original)
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There aren’t many winged insects as universally despised as yellowjackets (not even the destructive carpenter bee). After all, if honeybees are known as industrious little striped sweethearts, with bumblebees beloved for basically being flying pandas, their cousin, the yellowjacket, is a jerk that likes to swarm your food and sting you. And at no time is that more true than in late summer and fall, when there are more workers in the colony than ever, but fewer food sources available. In other wo
Why You’re Seeing So Many Ladybugs Around Your House This Fall (opens the original)
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Autumn is finally here, with its cozy pleasures galore. But sweater weather does bring with it one annoyance we wish we could avoid: Asian lady beetles, the fall pest that looks like a ladybug but you don’t want in your house. While it’s admittedly cute, this insect, like stink bugs and boxelder bugs, has become infamous for invading American homes in often alarming numbers come fall. According to Kevin Hathorne, lead entomologist at Terminix Service Inc., Asian lady beetles technically are lady
Fall Storm Season Is Here—Experts Say to Unplug These 6 Things at Home (opens the original)
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Fall storm season is back—and those storms have the potential to damage transformers, creating power surges. A strong power surge can fry your expensive appliances and electronics, and start a fire in your home. But devices that are disconnected from outlets and power strips can’t cause problems. That’s why we’ve consulted a panel of experts for feedback on the things you should never leave plugged in. Their advice can help protect your property during storm season and reduce your home’s fire ri
Why Frogs Suddenly Appear in Your Yard After Rain—and Where They Disappear to After (opens the original)
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Ever notice how after it rains, your yard suddenly becomes a hoppening place for frogs? After a good soaker, you probably not only hear a hearty chorus of ribbets, but you might spot croakers peeking out at you from alongside your water feature, around ferns and other leafy plants, or even puddle-leaping across your patio. To find out why frogs suddenly appear in your yard after rain, we went straight to an expert: Katie Moore, Senior Director, Animal Rescue at IFAW (International Fund for Anima
Why You Can’t Get Hummingbirds to Stop Fighting Over Your Feeder—and Why Fall May Bring Peace (opens the original)
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If you can’t get enough of hummingbird feeding, you are not alone! The activity has become one of the most popular pastimes in the bird world, thanks to the wee winged wonders’ distinctive beauty and charm. But for all the joy these birds bring, folks who feed hummers are often faced with a frustrating situation. If you’ve ever watched in horror as these fine-feathered friends scuffle over sugar water, you’ve probably wondered why hummingbirds keep chasing each other away from your feeder. Hummi
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