Snails drinking water off a large green leaf - Savany/Getty Images Gardening is a rewarding pastime for many, but what isn't so satisfying is the never-ending battle with pests who want to destroy ...

We all love an afternoon nap, but did you know that for some animals, it is literally a lifesaver? This is a very special type of nap called estivation, and several different types of animals, ...

Our rainy spring weather has been great for our gardens — but may also have encouraged some unwelcome garden visitors, including snails and slugs. Snails and slugs are similar in structure and biology ...

If you have a worm bin at home, you understand the efficiency of invertebrates. A healthy colony of red wrigglers can eat their collective weight every day, recycling your kitchen scraps into worm ...

Snails and slugs are common pests in gardens. They belong to the mollusk family along with oysters, and they crawl along over a thin layer of slime that they produce to ease their way. Snails carry a ...

Q: What would have caused all these holes in my hostas’ leaves? Snails? A: Yes, either snails or slugs. They’re pretty much partners in crime. Hostas are their favorite food. And, making things worse, ...